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Eli Dasa signs two-year deal with Maccabi Haifa
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Return to the Israeli Premier League
Veteran right-back Eli Dasa, 33, has agreed to a two-year contract with Maccabi Haifa and will join the squad immediately. The move ends a seven-year period abroad; Dasa became a free agent after his contract with Dutch side NEC Nijmegen expired at the end of the previous season.
Career overview and recent clubs
Dasa began his senior career with Beitar Jerusalem (2010–2015), making 122 appearances, before moving to Maccabi Tel Aviv (2015–2019) where he added 139 caps and helped the club win the Israeli Premier League title in the 2018/19 season. He then spent three seasons at Vitesse in the Netherlands (90 appearances), followed by a stint at Dynamo Moscow (78 appearances) and a single season with NEC Nijmegen (26 appearances). Over his career, Dasa has captained the Israel national team and earned 81 international caps.
Contract details and alternative offers
Maccabi Haifa announced that Dasa’s two-year deal was finalized after the player explored other options, including talks with Hapoel Beersheba, before opting for the Haifa offer. The club highlighted his experience and leadership as key factors in the signing.
Impact on Maccabi Haifa and Israeli football
The addition of a player who has featured prominently both domestically and abroad provides Maccabi Haifa with a seasoned defender and a former national-team captain. Analysts note that Dasa’s familiarity with the league and his leadership qualities could bolster the club’s defensive stability and mentor younger squad members, potentially influencing the team’s performance in upcoming domestic competitions.
Data & statistics
- Beitar Jerusalem: 122 appearances
- Maccabi Tel Aviv: 139 appearances, Israeli Premier League champion 2018/19
- Vitesse: 90 appearances
- Dynamo Moscow: 78 appearances
- NEC Nijmegen: 26 appearances
- Israel national team: 81 caps, former captain
The signing marks Dasa’s return to Israeli soccer after a multi-year overseas spell, reuniting him with the domestic league where he first rose to prominence.