“Liel Abada’s Former Club President Blames Celtic Fans for Winger’s Departure Amid Controversy”

Liel Abada’s former club president, Avi Luzon of Maccabi Petah Tikva, asserts that the winger had no alternative but to depart Celtic due to what he described as “disgusting” treatment from the fans.

As Abada edges closer to a £10 million transfer to Charlotte FC, negotiations between the Scottish Premiership champions and the Major League Soccer side are reaching their final stages.

Abada has not seen action since the victory over Hibernian last month,

with Brendan Rodgers omitting him from the squad citing personal reasons amidst ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

Additionally, certain elements of the Celtic fanbase have displayed support for Palestine, putting Abada under pressure from his homeland.

Although Rodgers has refuted reports from Israel alleging that Abada faced abuse in public during the conflict, Luzon, speaking to Sport 5, attempts to shift the blame onto Celtic supporters.

In his statement regarding the transfer, Luzon expressed that Abada felt deeply affected by

the situation, including negative reactions from fans on the streets.

Luzon contends that Abada was left with no option due to the hostile treatment he received.

He also highlights that Celtic initially valued Abada, as evidenced by an upgraded contract with significantly increased salary.

However, according to Luzon, Abada ultimately felt unwelcome and faced unwarranted hostility, leading to his departure.

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