Maccabi Haifa, the Israeli football club, may be on the verge of parting ways with the seasoned midfielder, Ali Mohamed Muhammad Al Faz, who has been an integral part of the team for the past nine years. Al Faz, hailing from Niger and having joined Maccabi Haifa in 2015, is currently under contract until 2027. However, recent developments hint at the possibility of his departure from Ligat ha’Al, marking a significant turn in his longstanding association with the club.
With the Nigerien international’s contract attracting attention, particularly from Chinese and European football quarters, a potential move is looming large on the horizon.
It has been reported that Shanghai Shenhua made attempts to secure Al Faz’s services during the winter transfer window. Despite offering an enticing deal, Maccabi Haifa adamantly refused to part ways with their prized midfielder mid-season.
However, it appears that Shanghai Shenhua is poised for another pursuit in the upcoming summer transfer window.
The Chinese Super League club may encounter competition from Turkish, Belgian, and Swedish clubs, all vying for the signature of the 28-year-old midfielder. Valued at 2.2 million euros by Transfermarkt, Al Faz is not only a seasoned player but also holds the captain’s armband at Maccabi Haifa.
His significant contribution, evidenced by 33 matches played in the current season, explains the club’s reluctance to part with the talented midfielder.
With an impressive track record, including four trophies in Israel, including two championships, Al Faz stands at a crossroads in his career.
The next transfer window is poised to be a pivotal moment, potentially leading him away from Israel and opening up new avenues for his football journey.
As the football world eagerly anticipates the developments, Al Faz’s situation is poised to inject notable dynamism into the upcoming transfer market.
