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Bnei Sakhnin Signs Romanian Goalkeeper Raul Balbrau, Surprising Veteran Abu Neil
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First reported by N12 · 1 day ago
What happened
Bnei Sakhnin signed Romanian goalkeeper Raul Balbrau as their new starter, surprising veteran Mohammed Abu Neil. The club is also seeking new forwards after a trialed player failed to impress and a transfer fell through.
- 01Bnei Sakhnin signed Romanian goalkeeper Raul Balbrau as their first-choice keeper.
- 02Mohammed Abu Neil, longtime club goalkeeper, was surprised by the signing via media reports.
- 03Yossi Abuksis pushed for a new goalkeeper and helped finalize Balbrau's signing.
- 04Balbrau is expected to join the team soon for training camp.
- 05Trialed forward Yoselpho Barnes has not impressed the club.
- 06A deal for forward Larry Kayode fell through, prompting the club to seek other options.
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