Beitar Jerusalem May Lose Foreign Midfielder to Domestic Rival

Beitar Jerusalem is reportedly close to parting ways with its foreign defensive midfielder, Eilson Tavares, as the transfer window nears its close. According to Israel Hayom, fellow Israeli club Ironi Tiberias is interested in acquiring Tavares and is willing to cover his salary for the upcoming season. Beitar Jerusalem has also agreed to the move, leaving Tavares's decision as the primary obstacle to the transfer.

Despite transfer windows closing in many European countries, Tavares reportedly believes he can still secure an offer from another nation and is hesitant to commit to Ironi Tiberias. He wishes to wait for further developments before agreeing to the transfer. Ironi Tiberias, meanwhile, is patiently awaiting his decision, confident that Tavares can contribute to their efforts in avoiding relegation this season.

The Tiberias management anticipates that as the Israeli transfer window deadline approaches, Tavares's options will further diminish, increasing the likelihood he will accept their offer. This potential departure follows another squad change for Beitar Jerusalem, with defender Uri Dahan officially signing with Bnei Sakhnin earlier on Thursday after also being sidelined.

Both Beitar Jerusalem and Ironi Tiberias have reached an agreement on the terms of the transfer, with the latter prepared to assume Tavares's wages. The final decision rests with the player, who is holding out for a potential offer from abroad.