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Jason Levien breaks silence on Maccabi Tel Aviv: 'I love the club, what it represents' - exclusive

In his first public comments on the battle surrounding Maccabi Tel Aviv's ownership, the Jewish-American sports executive tells The Jerusalem Post that he is honored to have been approached.

Jason Levien, a prominent Jewish-American sports executive, has broken his silence on the ownership battle surrounding Maccabi Tel Aviv Basketball. In an exclusive interview with The Jerusalem Post, Levien expressed his love for the club and its representation, stating that he is a key shareholder and has close ties with some of the club's major stakeholders.

However, he declined to provide any further details about his potential involvement in the club, stating that he would follow the legal process as it unfolds. Levien's interest in Maccabi Tel Aviv aligns with his overall strategy of expanding his presence in the American sports world, which includes owning and operating an MLS club, serving as CEO of MLS club DC United, and now helping build a new professional volleyball team in Washington.

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