Melikson, however, refrained from making any comment for the Polish media, but Wisła Kraków manager Robert Maaskant confirmed his intentions to switch to Poland national team. Later Melikson said to Israeli media that he chose to play for Poland, but subsequently on 22 September declared that he has decided not to play for either national side for the time being. In January 2012 Melikson met with the new coach of Israel national team, Eli Guttman, and declared his desire to continue playing for Israel.
Melikson, however, remained silent on Polish media but Wisła Kraków manager Robert Maaskant confirmed his intention to switch to the Polish national team. Later, Melikson told Israeli media that he chose to play for Poland, but subsequently on September 22nd declared that he had decided not to play for either national side at present. In January 2012, Melikson met with the new coach of the Israel national team, Eli Guttman, and expressed his desire to continue playing for Israel.