September 7, 2026
Rangers' star signed with Maccabi Tel Aviv
תמונה: מכבי תל אביב
Maccabi Tel Aviv announced that James Tavernier has joined the team.
He is 34 years old and plays in defense, on the right side of the field.
He signed for one season, with an option for an additional season, and will wear the number 2 jersey.
Tavernier played 11 seasons for Rangers from Scotland and was their captain.
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He played 565 matches for the team, scored 144 goals, and assisted in 148 more goals. These are very high numbers for a defensive player.
Maccabi Tel Aviv's coach, Kenny Miller, previously played with Tavernier and helped convince him to come to Israel. Tavernier said he wants to help the team win titles. This is one of the most impressive signings in Israeli football in recent years.