Beitar Jerusalem Defender Uri Dahan Excluded From Team's Upcoming Conference League Match

Beitar Jerusalem is preparing for its first match against Austria Vienna in the third qualifying round of the Conference League. Ahead of the team's flight to Romania, coach Almog Cohen decided not to include defender Uri Dahan in the squad for the game. This decision sends a clear message, as Dahan has become the fifth-choice center-back at this stage.

Earlier this summer, Dahan was informed that he is not part of the club's plans for the upcoming season and would struggle to earn significant playing time. Ironically, Ironi Tiberias has approached Beitar Jerusalem with a request to acquire Dahan, who is under contract with Beitar until the end of next season. Although Dahan has permission to negotiate, he prefers to move abroad rather than stay in Israel, especially given the uncertain future of the northern club amid ongoing bribery allegations.

This situation highlights the challenges Dahan faces in securing his place at Beitar Jerusalem and his desire to continue his career outside Israel. The club's internal issues and squad depth have influenced his exclusion from the upcoming European fixture.