Gazzetta.gr reports on Alban Lafont's impending transfer to Panathinaikos. Alban Lafont is very close to joining Panathinaikos, with the club being in the final stages of discussions with Nantes for the player's acquisition. Although he has a contract until 2027, he has effectively been left out of plans by Nantes. Panathinaikos is likely to have been influenced by Pedro Chirivella, a former teammate of Lafont at Nantes, who might have played a significant role in the realization of the transfer by providing information to the French goalkeeper and Panathinaikos.

According to sources from Gazzetta in France, Alban Lafont has mutually agreed with Nantes to part ways, paving the way for his move to Panathinaikos. This decision increases the chances of successful negotiations. Lafont had a fallout with the club's coach mid-last season and was sidelined, which led to his limited appearances. The responsibility for this situation does not lie with the player, which facilitated his exit from Nantes.

Panathinaikos, along with Brest, has expressed interest in acquiring Alban Lafont. Brest has already initiated contact with Nantes' management regarding this potential transfer. Brest's plan is to secure Lafont on a loan deal, as they prepare for the possible departure of their current goalkeeper, Marco Bizot, who has attracted interest from Aston Villa. Lafont, who has been with Nantes for six seasons and remains under contract until 2027, is among the club's highest earners. Panathinaikos has also contacted the French club to convey their interest in the 26-year-old goalkeeper from Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, as part of their efforts to strengthen their squad.