Beitar Jerusalem Targets Midfielder David Asanka for 2027 Summer Transfer

Beitar Jerusalem has identified 21-year-old attacking midfielder David Asanka as a key summer 2027 transfer target. The club sent a message to Asanka and his agent following a Toto Cup ranking match against Hapoel Ramat Gan, where Asanka scored the opening goal and stood out as one of the best players on the field. Asanka, who can also play on both wings, previously played for Beitar Nordia and joined Hapoel Ramat Gan last summer, scoring seven league goals in 34 appearances in the National League during his debut season.

Beitar Jerusalem's owner, Barak Abramov, has been impressed by Asanka since last season, having followed his progress closely. However, the club clarified that Asanka is not a target for the current season's roster. Coach Almog Cohen is focused on recruiting young players with potential to develop further, making Asanka a strategic acquisition for the future rather than immediate inclusion.

The match against Hapoel Ramat Gan was Beitar Jerusalem's final preparation game before the start of the Premier League season. The club continues to monitor promising talents in the National League as part of its long-term squad-building strategy.