Ofri Arad Signs with Steaua Bucharest in European Career Move

Transition to European Football

Ofri Arad, the accomplished defender-midfielder, has officially signed with Romanian club Steaua Bucharest, marking a significant new chapter in his career. The announcement was made on Tuesday, as Arad transitistartd from his successful stints at Maccabi Haifa and Kairat Almaty to pursue his ambitions in European football.

Details of the Signing

Upon arriving in Romania, Arad undertook a medical examination and finalized his contract with the prestigious local team. Accompanied by his agents Adam Kidan, Idan Kesef, and Gilad Katzav, Arad was warmly welcomed by the club’s sporting director Mihai Stoica and head coach Elias. He will don the number 15 jersey, indicating his readiness to embark on this new journey.

Accomplishments in Israeli Football

Having begun his career at Maccabi Haifa, Arad quickly progressed to the senior team, contributing to two championship titles during a remarkable era under coach Barak Bachar. His achievements with Haifa include victories in the Super Cup and the Toto Cup. Subsequently, his time in Kazakhstan with Kairat yielded two more championship titles and an impressive participation in the UEFA Champions League, where he notably scored against Inter.

National Team Experience

In addition to his club successes, Arad has earned recognition at the international level, with 10 appearances for the Israeli national team. However, he was recently overlooked for a call-up by coach Ron Ben-Shimon, despite his strong performances at Kairat.

Arad’s move to Steaua Bucharest promises to further elevate his career, as he steps into a competitive European league with aspirations for continued success.