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Max Heidegger Will Not Play for Another Israeli Team, Herzliya Chairman Says
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First reported by N12 · Aug 24, 2026
What happened
Bnei Herzliya chairman Eldad Aknis stated that Max Heidegger will not play for another Israeli team due to a contract clause allowing his release only to foreign clubs. Despite Heidegger agreeing to terms and undergoing medical tests with Hapoel Tel Aviv, Herzliya plans to pursue arbitration to block the move, criticizing Hapoel's handling of the situation.
- 01Max Heidegger's contract with Bnei Herzliya includes a release clause only for foreign clubs.
- 02Heidegger agreed to terms and had medical tests with Hapoel Tel Aviv, raising dispute.
- 03Herzliya chairman Eldad Aknis says they will seek arbitration to block Heidegger playing for another Israeli team.
- 04Heidegger was loaned to Spanish club Burgos and returned after the war.
- 05Herzliya criticizes Hapoel Tel Aviv for bringing Heidegger to Israel without their knowledge.
- 06Both Heidegger and Hapoel Tel Aviv are aware of the contract terms restricting his play in Israel.
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N12Center · HebrewAug 24, 2026
Max Heidegger Will Not Play for Another Israeli Team, Herzliya Chairman Says
MakoCenter · HebrewAug 24, 2026
Max Heidegger Will Not Play for Another Israeli Team, Herzliya Chairman Says
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