Maccabi Tel Aviv Decides to Retain Helio Varela Amid Transfer Interest
Maccabi Tel Aviv has firmly decided to keep winger Helio Varela, despite interest from clubs like Samsunspor and Qarabag. The club values Varela, a Cape Verde international who impressed at the World Cup by scoring against Uruguay and helping his team reach the knockout stage, at between 5 and 6 million euros. Varela is under contract with Maccabi Tel Aviv until summer 2028, and the club is rejecting offers to sell him.
While the exact number of foreign players Maccabi Tel Aviv will sign this summer remains uncertain and depends on outgoing transfers, the club expects to bring in at least three new foreign players. This comes alongside plans to sell Tyrese Asante this summer, which will free up a foreign player slot. The club is determined to strengthen its squad while maintaining key players like Varela.
The decision reflects Maccabi Tel Aviv's ambition to build a competitive team for the upcoming season, balancing new signings with retaining standout performers.
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