Hapoel Ramat Gan Faces Goalkeeper Dilemma Two Weeks Before League Start

With only two weeks remaining until the league begins, Hapoel Ramat Gan has yet to secure a senior goalkeeper following the unfortunate injury to Sharif Kayouf, who tore his Achilles tendon, causing his transfer to be canceled despite prior agreement. The club has identified Niv Eliasi and Omer Nir'on as leading candidates; however, Eliasi chose to sign in Greece, and Nir'on is expected to regain fitness in about a month, with salary negotiations still unresolved.

The team is also considering Mohamed Abu Neil, the second-choice goalkeeper at Bnei Sakhnin, though the coaching staff remains uncertain about signing him despite this appearing to be the most practical option currently. Another option under consideration is promoting young goalkeeper Amit Reif, accepting the need to invest in his development with the potential benefit of securing a talented player for years to come.

Meanwhile, the club is pleased with their Toto Cup campaign led by Masai Dago, which could conclude on Sunday with a semifinal spot if they defeat Hapoel Petah Tikva. The management is actively seeking additional reinforcements, planning to add three foreign players and awaiting loaned players from top clubs, including Maccabi Tel Aviv defender Noam Schwartz.