Maccabi Haifa Integrates New Signings Ahead of Derby Against Hapoel Haifa

Maccabi Haifa is actively building its squad for the upcoming season, with several new signings expected to feature in the upcoming derby against Hapoel Haifa. Dutch-Surinamese defender Nigel Lonwijk arrived in Israel and will undergo medical tests before officially signing with the club. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Omri Glazer has resumed training with the team and is likely to start in goal for the Saturday match. The club has also registered Glazer and Wanderson Tsunami for the season. New striker Andrea Novakovic has joined training but it remains uncertain if he will be included in the squad for the derby.

Additionally, Maccabi Haifa is interested in signing goalkeeper Omer Nir'on from Maccabi Netanya, who is recovering from an injury and could serve as backup to Glazer. The club hopes Nir'on will be released without a transfer fee, as Netanya already has two goalkeepers. If a permanent transfer is not possible, a loan deal will be considered. These moves reflect Maccabi Haifa's efforts to strengthen their lineup ahead of the new season and the important local derby.

The derby is scheduled for Saturday, with the club finalizing its roster and preparing for the match against their city rivals, Hapoel Haifa.