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Maccabi Tel Aviv Explores Eli Dasa Return but Financial Gaps Halt Talks
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First reported by Mako · 21 minutes ago
What happened
Maccabi Tel Aviv explored the possibility of re-signing defender Eli Dasa during summer talks with sporting director Steve Vahranen, but financial differences prevented formal negotiations. Despite the club's need for Dasa, no offer was made, and the discussions ended without progress.
- 01Maccabi Tel Aviv held preliminary talks with Eli Dasa's camp about a possible return.
- 02Sporting director Steve Vahranen indicated budget concerns limited the club's offer potential.
- 03Financial gaps prevented formal negotiations or an official proposal to Dasa.
- 04Maor Kandil confirmed Maccabi needs Dasa, especially if Roy Revivo leaves.
- 05Dasa is viewed as a game-changing player for Maccabi Tel Aviv's defense.
- 06The talks concluded without further steps as the financial terms were not aligned.
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