Beitar Jerusalem Defender Luka Gadrani Out for Conference League Opener Against AEK Larnaca

Beitar Jerusalem will face a significant setback ahead of their UEFA Conference League qualifier against AEK Larnaca, as defender Luka Gadrani will not be included in the squad due to injury. Gadrani, who was a standout player last season, remains sidelined and the club hopes to have him fit for the second leg next week in Romania. Alongside Gadrani, injured players Tomer Yosefi and Adi Yona will also stay behind in Israel, while Ailson Tabarsh is not in the team's plans. It is still uncertain whether Yosefi will be available for the return match, but the club is working to prepare him.

Beitar Jerusalem will play their second match of the season on Thursday, following a 3-1 loss to Hapoel Tel Aviv on penalties in a recent European fixture. Jordan Shua, who missed the previous game due to illness, and Brian Carvalho, suspended in Israel, are expected to start for the first time this season. The club is managing several absences as it seeks to advance in the Conference League qualifiers.