Barak Yitzhaki in Advanced Talks to Coach Anorthosis Famagusta in Cyprus
Israeli coach Barak Yitzhaki is in advanced talks to become the new manager of Cypriot club Anorthosis Famagusta following a difficult start to their season.
Barak Yitzhaki Emerges as Top Candidate for Anorthosis Famagusta
Israeli coach Barak Yitzhaki, who recently ended his tenure at Beitar Jerusalem, has emerged as the leading candidate to take over as head coach of Cypriot club Anorthosis Famagusta. According to local reports from outlets such as AlphaNews and Shoot and Goal, club management has already submitted an official offer, and advanced negotiations are currently underway.
The swift development follows the dismissal of coach Nestor El Maestro due to a dismal start to the season, which left the club in 13th place out of 14 in the top-tier league. For the 42-year-old Yitzhaki, this potential appointment represents a nostalgic return, having previously played for the club during the 2012/13 season on loan from Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Financial Terms and Career Ambitions
Anorthosis Famagusta, dealing with substantial debts exceeding 10 million euros, has offered Yitzhaki an estimated net monthly salary ranging from 15,000 to 25,000 euros. Despite modest financial terms compared to his demands in Israel, favorable tax policies in Cyprus offer foreign workers up to a 50% income tax exemption.
"This move represents a strategic professional investment aimed at positioning Yitzhaki in the international market," noted sources close to the negotiations.
Having previously managed Beitar Jerusalem in over 90 matches—securing a Toto Cup victory and a second-place league finish—Yitzhaki is now poised to embark on his first managerial challenge abroad.
