Hapoel Tel Aviv Disappointed as Diarra Chooses Turkish Club Over Transfer

Hapoel Tel Aviv has expressed disappointment after Tyamoko Diarra, a winger from Reims, decided not to join the club despite over a month of negotiations. The Israeli team had agreed on a 1.5 million euro transfer fee with the French club and communicated to Diarra that he was expected to be a key player. Defender Fernan Mayembo, a close friend from their time at Hapoel Haifa, also encouraged Diarra to join. However, Diarra ultimately opted for an offer from Turkish club Kasımpaşa, finalizing his move there as reported by Sport 5.

In response, Hapoel Tel Aviv has compiled a list of potential replacements for Louizo, who was recently sold to the club, as they seek to strengthen the squad ahead of their upcoming matches against Ludogorets. The team has returned from a training camp in Slovakia and is preparing for the Toto Cup match against Beitar Jerusalem on Saturday. Jonathan Parver, recently signed from Hapoel Haifa, is expected to make his official debut and receive playing time in this game.

Additionally, Hapoel Tel Aviv has secured a new sponsorship deal with RTMI, owned by Stav Shacham, who previously owned Hapoel Kfar Saba. This partnership marks a new commercial chapter for the club as they continue their preparations for the new season.