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Maccabi Haifa Defender Lisbat Issat Leaves for Bristol City, Vows Loyalty
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First reported by Mako · Jul 6, 2026
What happened
Lisbat Issat, a defender raised by Maccabi Haifa, is transferring to Bristol City in England's Championship for €2.5 million, signing a four-year deal. He emotionally thanked the club and fans, affirming his lasting loyalty despite leaving.
- 01Lisbat Issat leaves Maccabi Haifa to join Bristol City in the English Championship.
- 02Maccabi Haifa's sporting director Lior Rafaelov confirmed the transfer on July 7, 2026.
- 03Issat grew up in Maccabi Haifa's youth system since age five and expressed emotional farewell.
- 04The transfer fee was €2.5 million, matching Issat's release clause.
- 05Issat signed a four-year contract with an option for a fifth year, earning £700,000 annually.
- 06Issat emphasized his lasting connection to Maccabi Haifa despite the move.
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N12Center · HebrewJul 7, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Defender Lisbat Issat Leaves for Bristol City, Vows Loyalty
MakoCenter · HebrewJul 7, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Defender Lisbat Issat Leaves for Bristol City, Vows Loyalty
MakoCenter · HebrewJul 6, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Defender Lisav Issat Transfers to Bristol City for £2.5 Million
N12Center · HebrewJul 6, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Defender Lisav Issat Transfers to Bristol City for £2.5 Million
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