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Maccabi Tel Aviv Nears Agreement to Transfer Anass Achahbar to Lecce

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First reported by Mako · Aug 5, 2026

What happened

Maccabi Tel Aviv is close to agreeing on a transfer of Dutch defender Anass Achahbar to Italian club Lecce, with negotiations progressing and an improved offer expected soon.

  • 01Maccabi Tel Aviv is close to transferring defender Anass Achahbar to Lecce.
  • 02Negotiations are ongoing with Lecce and Monza, but Lecce is the leading candidate.
  • 03Anass Achahbar is a key player for Maccabi Tel Aviv, playing as a left-back or center-back.
  • 04An improved financial offer is expected to be submitted shortly.
  • 05Only one major step remains to finalize the deal.
  • 06Further details about the transfer will be released soon.

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OrganizationsMaccabi Tel Aviv, Lecce, Monza
PlacesNetherlands, Italy

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 · HebrewAug 5, 2026
Maccabi Tel Aviv Nears Agreement to Transfer Anass Achahbar to Lecce
N12Center · HebrewAug 5, 2026
Maccabi Tel Aviv Nears Agreement to Transfer Anass Asante to Lecce

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