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Ex-Beitar Jerusalem Chairman Reveals Failed Signing of Brazilian Star Hulk

How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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First reported by N12 · 2 hours ago

What happened

Former Beitar Jerusalem chairman Vladimir Shkler revealed the club nearly signed Brazilian star Hulk, but the deal fell through when the manager opted for a more experienced player. The transfer was financially feasible and not hindered by cost.

  • 01Hulk was close to signing for Beitar Jerusalem, says ex-chairman.
  • 02The deal failed due to the manager's preference for experience.
  • 03Financial terms were realistic and not a barrier to the signing.
  • 04Hulk was a lesser-known player in Japan at the time.
  • 05Beitar Jerusalem had a period of significant investment and success.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

In this story
People
OrganizationsBeitar Jerusalem, FC Porto
PlacesJapan, Brazil, Argentina

Full coverage · 2 outlets

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N12Center · Hebrew2 hours ago
Ex-Beitar Jerusalem Chairman Reveals Failed Signing of Brazilian Star Hulk
MakoCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
Ex-Chairman Reveals How Iconic Striker Hulk Nearly Joined Beitar Jerusalem

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