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Maccabi Netanya Pursues Brazilian Defender Sidney Lima Amid Negotiation Challenges

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First reported by Mako · 1 hour ago

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Maccabi Netanya is negotiating to sign Brazilian defender Sidney Lima from Portugal's Santa Clara, but talks face obstacles that may prevent the transfer.

01Maccabi Netanya targets Brazilian defender Sidney Lima from Portuguese club Santa Clara.
02Lima is 29, 1.85 meters tall, and currently captains Santa Clara with a contract until 2027.
03He has 65 appearances, four goals, and one assist in Portugal's top league since 2023.
04Negotiations between Netanya and Lima's agents are advanced but currently facing difficulties.
05Netanya aims to strengthen its defense after a summer of changes and a 0-0 season opener.
06The transfer's completion remains uncertain due to ongoing negotiation challenges.

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