Sayed Abu Farhi Thanks Mitch Goldhar Amid Potential Colorado Transfer

Maccabi Tel Aviv striker Sayed Abu Farhi expressed gratitude to club owner Mitch Goldhar for the opportunity to play with the team, amid ongoing talks about a possible transfer to Colorado in Major League Soccer. Speaking after Maccabi Tel Aviv's 1-0 victory over Maccabi Netanya in the Toto Cup semi-final on August 16, Abu Farhi said he remains fully committed to Maccabi Tel Aviv as long as he is on the pitch. "I don’t know if this was my last game here. We’ll see. My head is clear. I am a Maccabi Tel Aviv player and I will give everything," he stated.

The semi-final win, secured by a goal from Helio Varela, sets Maccabi Tel Aviv up for a final against their city rivals Hapoel Tel Aviv, who defeated Hapoel Kiryat Shmona. Maccabi Tel Aviv coach Kenny Miller praised the team's first-half performance but acknowledged pressure in the second half. He confirmed plans to strengthen the squad with at least two new signings and noted that Abu Farhi might be leaving, calling him "an excellent player with great potential" who loves the club.

Abu Farhi emphasized that any transfer negotiations are being handled by his agent and that he is focused on playing, including an upcoming match on Thursday. He described the potential move to Colorado as a professional opportunity but reiterated his loyalty to Maccabi Tel Aviv until the very end. Miller also highlighted the team's readiness for European competition, noting the challenges of a busy schedule.

The match and comments underline a transitional moment for Maccabi Tel Aviv as they prepare for both domestic and European challenges while managing player transfers.