Israeli Winger Anan Halaily Nears Transfer to English Premier League Club

Anan Halaily, the Israeli winger currently with Belgian club Sint-Truiden, is reportedly on the verge of transferring to a Premier League team. Although Halaily was absent from Sint-Truiden's season opener against Westerlo due to reported illness, sources reveal the real reason is his imminent departure from the club. Halaily has already agreed to terms with an English Premier League club, marking a significant career move after previous interest from several English teams including Nottingham Forest, Newcastle United, Ipswich Town, and Crystal Palace.

This development follows a dramatic turn in Halaily's career after a failed transfer to Italian champions Inter Milan. Despite initially agreeing to terms with Inter, Halaily did not pass the medical examinations, which prevented him from signing with any Serie A club. Sint-Truiden's coach David Hubrecht had stated before the match that Halaily was not fully fit, providing a professional explanation for his absence, but the timing coincides with his linked move to England.

Halaily's transfer to the Premier League represents a new chapter for the player, who is moving on from Belgium to compete at one of the highest levels of club football. The exact Premier League club has not been officially disclosed yet, but the transfer is expected to be finalized soon.