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Maccabi Haifa Releases Club's Most Expensive Foreign Signing After Two Disappointing Years

How 4 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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By נדב צנציפר

First reported by Walla · Aug 3, 2026

What happened

Maccabi Haifa has released Matias Nahuel, their most expensive foreign signing, after two underwhelming seasons marked by injuries and limited impact. The Spanish-Argentine midfielder joined in 2024 for 2.5 million euros but failed to meet expectations and was loaned to a Polish club last season before his departure.

  • 01Matias Nahuel leaves Maccabi Haifa after two seasons without meeting expectations.
  • 02Nahuel was signed in 2024 for about 2.5 million euros, the club's highest foreign transfer fee.
  • 03He made only 24 appearances and scored three goals for Haifa.
  • 04Nahuel was loaned to Jagiellonia in Poland last season but failed to impress.
  • 05He previously played for Villarreal, Olympiacos, Betis, and Spain's youth teams.
  • 06At 29, Nahuel is now seeking a fresh start after departing Israel.

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In this story
People
OrganizationsMaccabi Haifa, Slask Wroclaw, Jagiellonia, Villarreal, Olympiacos, Real Betis, Deportivo La Coruña, Tenerife
PlacesIsrael, Poland

Full coverage · 4 outlets

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

YnetCenter · HebrewAug 3, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Releases Club's Most Expensive Foreign Signing After Two Disappointing Years
N12Center · HebrewAug 3, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Releases Matias Nahuel After Paying Over 3 Million Euros Total
MakoCenter · HebrewAug 3, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Spends Over 3 Million Euros on Matias Nahuel Without Impact
MakoCenter · HebrewAug 3, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Officially Releases Matias Nahuel After Two Disappointing Seasons
N12Center · HebrewAug 3, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Officially Releases Matias Nahuel After Two Disappointing Seasons
WallaCenter · HebrewAug 3, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Terminates Matias Nahuel's Contract Amid Foreign Player Limits

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