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Hapoel Tel Aviv close in on Thiemo Diarra as Leidner returns to training

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First reported by N12 · Jun 20, 2026

What happened

Hapoel Tel Aviv are nearing a deal for Reims winger Thiemo Diarra as they prepare to open training this week. Doron Leidner will also join the squad after the club agreed to repurchase him from Olympiacos.

  • 01Hapoel Tel Aviv begin training this week with only Jonatan Perbar signed so far.
  • 02The club is close to completing a deal for Thiemo Diarra from Reims.
  • 03Financial differences with Diarra have narrowed significantly.
  • 04Hapoel want Diarra ready for Conference League qualifiers against Ludogorets.
  • 05Doron Leidner will train with the team after a buyback agreement with Olympiacos.

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Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

MakoCenter · HebrewJun 21, 2026
Hapoel Tel Aviv close in on Thiemo Diarra as Leidner returns to training
N12Center · HebrewJun 21, 2026
Hapoel Tel Aviv closes in on Thiemo Diawara as training begins
N12Center · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Hapoel Tel Aviv Nears Deal for Diarra as Summer Foreign Player Plan Takes Shape
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Hapoel Tel Aviv closes in on Diawara signing as foreign-player plan takes shape

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