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André Luiz Transfer from Rio Ave to Olympiakos Piraeus
According to O Jogo, the transfer deal for André Luiz to Olympiacos can reach up to 17 million euros if specific objectives are met, and the transfer could become one of the most expensive sales in the history of Rio Ave. Cabine Desportiva reports that the money will arrive in Portugal immediately, without delayed payments.
According to O Jogo, the transfer deal for André Luiz to Olympiacos can reach up to 17 million euros if specific objectives are met, and the transfer could become one of the most expensive sales in the history of Rio Ave. Cabine Desportiva reports that the money will arrive in Portugal immediately, without delayed payments.
Rio Ave coach Sotiris Sylaidopoulos was decisive in the transfer of Andre Luis to Olympiacos. In a discussion with Evangelos Marinakis about the team's progress and potential roster changes, Sylaidopoulos expressed his opinion that Andre Luis was ready and the timing was right for him to join and establish himself at Olympiacos. The owner acted on his recommendation, with the agreement of Mendilibar.
Rio Ave coach Sotiris Sylaidopoulos was decisive in the transfer of Andre Luis to Olympiacos. In a discussion with Evangelos Marinakis about the team's progress and potential roster changes, Sylaidopoulos expressed his opinion that Andre Luis was ready and the timing was right for him to join and establish himself at Olympiacos. The owner acted on his recommendation, with the agreement of Mendilibar.
Sport FM reports that Andre Luiz debuted for Olympiacos, entering the away derby against AEK as a substitute in the 71st minute.
Sport FM reports that Andre Luiz debuted for Olympiacos, entering the away derby against AEK as a substitute in the 71st minute.
According to Record, Olympiacos will pay 6.75 million euros to Rio Ave for Andre Luis, but this amount can increase by 9.5 million euros if individual and team bonuses agreed by all parties are met. Olympiacos must deposit the base transfer fee by February 15. The Portuguese club has committed to covering 450,000 euros in commission expenses. Estrela Amadora retains 10% of Andre Luis's rights.
According to Record, Olympiacos will pay 6.75 million euros to Rio Ave for Andre Luis, but this amount can increase by 9.5 million euros if individual and team bonuses agreed by all parties are met. Olympiacos must deposit the base transfer fee by February 15. The Portuguese club has committed to covering 450,000 euros in commission expenses. Estrela Amadora retains 10% of Andre Luis's rights.
Andre Luiz has participated in his first training session with Olympiacos.
Andre Luiz has participated in his first training session with Olympiacos.
PAE Olympiacos has announced the acquisition of Brazilian winger Andre Luiz, who has officially signed his contract. He joins from Rio Ave, where this season in the Portuguese championship he scored seven goals and provided six assists in 19 games. Estrela Amadora was his previous team in Portugal.
PAE Olympiacos has announced the acquisition of Brazilian winger Andre Luiz, who has officially signed his contract. He joins from Rio Ave, where this season in the Portuguese championship he scored seven goals and provided six assists in 19 games. Estrela Amadora was his previous team in Portugal.
According to Gazzetta.gr, André Luiz has been officially announced by Olympiacos. The transfer from Rio Ave is a permanent move with a contract duration of 4.5 years. The Gazzetta.gr report adds that André Luiz expressed excitement about Olympiacos and attended their match against Ajax.
According to Gazzetta.gr, André Luiz has been officially announced by Olympiacos. The transfer from Rio Ave is a permanent move with a contract duration of 4.5 years. The Gazzetta.gr report adds that André Luiz expressed excitement about Olympiacos and attended their match against Ajax.
Andre Luiz, a 24-year-old Brazilian winger, was acquired by Olympiacos from Rio Ave. He traveled from Portugal to the Netherlands and will be present at the Johan Cruyff Arena.
Andre Luiz, a 24-year-old Brazilian winger, was acquired by Olympiacos from Rio Ave. He traveled from Portugal to the Netherlands and will be present at the Johan Cruyff Arena.
A full agreement has been reached for Andre Luiz to join Olympiacos from Rio Ave, with only formalities remaining. The transfer was a personal decision by Evangelos Marinakis, according to Spyros Gromitsaris, who also reported that Marinakis believes strongly in the winger and for this reason rejected Benfica's offer of 12+3 million euros.
A full agreement has been reached for Andre Luiz to join Olympiacos from Rio Ave, with only formalities remaining. The transfer was a personal decision by Evangelos Marinakis, according to Spyros Gromitsaris, who also reported that Marinakis believes strongly in the winger and for this reason rejected Benfica's offer of 12+3 million euros.
Andre Luiz is expected in Greece in the next 24 hours, as Olympiacos is nearing the officialization of an agreement with the player. He is expected to conduct his first training session with the team on Friday (30/1) after their return from Amsterdam.
Andre Luiz is expected in Greece in the next 24 hours, as Olympiacos is nearing the officialization of an agreement with the player. He is expected to conduct his first training session with the team on Friday (30/1) after their return from Amsterdam.
Olympiacos seem prepared to announce Andre Luiz, whose playing characteristics they value. A potential solution, owing to the common ownership between the two clubs, could involve Olympiacos acquiring 50% of Andre Luiz's rights for approximately 7-8 million euros. This arrangement would be satisfactory for all parties, because Andre Luiz would get greater exposure with Olympiacos and Rio Ave could benefit more from a larger sale in the future. It would be difficult for Olympiacos to invest 15 million euros, but they might consider more flexible scenarios.
Olympiacos seem prepared to announce Andre Luiz, whose playing characteristics they value. A potential solution, owing to the common ownership between the two clubs, could involve Olympiacos acquiring 50% of Andre Luiz's rights for approximately 7-8 million euros. This arrangement would be satisfactory for all parties, because Andre Luiz would get greater exposure with Olympiacos and Rio Ave could benefit more from a larger sale in the future. It would be difficult for Olympiacos to invest 15 million euros, but they might consider more flexible scenarios.
According to Giorgos Tsanakas via bwinSPORT FM 94.6, Olympiacos are acquiring Andre Luis. The agent for Andre Luis, Andre Soi, is in Greece for the final details of the transfer. A recent post by Andre Soi featured a photograph with Olympiacos president Vaggelis Marinakis, accompanied by a message of gratitude. The information suggests that discussions have been successfully completed and Andre Luis will soon officially join Olympiacos. He will join from Rio Ave through a purchase agreement and will be the first winter signing for Jose Luis Mendilibar's team.
According to Giorgos Tsanakas via bwinSPORT FM 94.6, Olympiacos are acquiring Andre Luis. The agent for Andre Luis, Andre Soi, is in Greece for the final details of the transfer. A recent post by Andre Soi featured a photograph with Olympiacos president Vaggelis Marinakis, accompanied by a message of gratitude. The information suggests that discussions have been successfully completed and Andre Luis will soon officially join Olympiacos. He will join from Rio Ave through a purchase agreement and will be the first winter signing for Jose Luis Mendilibar's team.
Gazzetta.gr reports that the transfer of Andre Luiz to Olympiacos is confirmed. The 23-year-old Brazilian winger will move from Rio Ave to Olympiacos on a permanent transfer, following a full agreement between the club and the player. The transfer's definitive completion is pending only formalities and his arrival in Greece. Andre Luiz has agreed to a 4.5-year contract with Olympiacos.
Gazzetta.gr reports that the transfer of Andre Luiz to Olympiacos is confirmed. The 23-year-old Brazilian winger will move from Rio Ave to Olympiacos on a permanent transfer, following a full agreement between the club and the player. The transfer's definitive completion is pending only formalities and his arrival in Greece. Andre Luiz has agreed to a 4.5-year contract with Olympiacos.
According to information from Portugal reported by Kostas Nikolakopoulos on bwinSPORT FM 94.6, Olympiacos is very close to signing Andre Luis. After the arrival of the Brazilian winger's manager from Rio Ave in Greece, some issues remain to be settled, which are expected to be resolved within the day or by tomorrow. Both sides are very close to an agreement on contract matters for Andre Luis, and definitive developments are expected within the next two days.
According to information from Portugal reported by Kostas Nikolakopoulos on bwinSPORT FM 94.6, Olympiacos is very close to signing Andre Luis. After the arrival of the Brazilian winger's manager from Rio Ave in Greece, some issues remain to be settled, which are expected to be resolved within the day or by tomorrow. Both sides are very close to an agreement on contract matters for Andre Luis, and definitive developments are expected within the next two days.
Gazzetta.gr reports that the transfer of Andre Luiz to Olympiacos from Rio Ave is nearing a successful conclusion, as the two sides are very close to an agreement. The same report indicates that Andre Luiz's match tonight against Nacional will be his last with Rio Ave. Separately, one of the agents representing the Brazilian footballer posted a social media story from an airport with his associates, writing that they were going to Greece.
Gazzetta.gr reports that the transfer of Andre Luiz to Olympiacos from Rio Ave is nearing a successful conclusion, as the two sides are very close to an agreement. The same report indicates that Andre Luiz's match tonight against Nacional will be his last with Rio Ave. Separately, one of the agents representing the Brazilian footballer posted a social media story from an airport with his associates, writing that they were going to Greece.
According to Mozzartsport, Andre Luiz is expected to continue his career at Olympiacos, and the most likely scenario is a loan move with an option to buy because Olympiacos is unlikely to be able to pay the full release clause immediately. The report states that Andre Luiz will be at Olympiacos. If Olympiacos pays 20 million euros, the transfer would be the most expensive outgoing one in Rio Ave's history.
According to Mozzartsport, Andre Luiz is expected to continue his career at Olympiacos, and the most likely scenario is a loan move with an option to buy because Olympiacos is unlikely to be able to pay the full release clause immediately. The report states that Andre Luiz will be at Olympiacos. If Olympiacos pays 20 million euros, the transfer would be the most expensive outgoing one in Rio Ave's history.
Andre Luiz of Rio Ave is reported to be in discussions with Olympiacos, with indications that the player's side is increasingly receptive to a move to Greece. Contacts between Andre Luiz and Olympiacos officials are mentioned. It is stated that Andre Luiz previously viewed Benfica as a more attractive prospect, with his entourage encouraging that move, but he is now more open to Olympiacos. The financial aspect is described as a difficult issue. According to reports from Portugal, there is a release clause of approximately 20 million euros and Rio Ave is unwilling to negotiate for a price significantly lower than a major sale. It is noted that definitive developments may come after Olympiacos' match against Ajax in Amsterdam.
Andre Luiz of Rio Ave is reported to be in discussions with Olympiacos, with indications that the player's side is increasingly receptive to a move to Greece. Contacts between Andre Luiz and Olympiacos officials are mentioned. It is stated that Andre Luiz previously viewed Benfica as a more attractive prospect, with his entourage encouraging that move, but he is now more open to Olympiacos. The financial aspect is described as a difficult issue. According to reports from Portugal, there is a release clause of approximately 20 million euros and Rio Ave is unwilling to negotiate for a price significantly lower than a major sale. It is noted that definitive developments may come after Olympiacos' match against Ajax in Amsterdam.
Andre Luiz is transferring to Olympiacos. The Brazilian winger will play his last match for Rio Ave against Nacional and will then travel to Greece for a permanent move. According to reports from Portugal, the transfer is in its final stages. The player's desire to join Olympiacos was a significant factor after his move to Benfica did not progress.
Andre Luiz is transferring to Olympiacos. The Brazilian winger will play his last match for Rio Ave against Nacional and will then travel to Greece for a permanent move. According to reports from Portugal, the transfer is in its final stages. The player's desire to join Olympiacos was a significant factor after his move to Benfica did not progress.
According to reports from Greece, Olympiakos has increased its efforts to sign André Luiz and has defined the Brazilian winger as its primary target in this transfer window. The club intends to activate André Luiz's release clause, and negotiations with the player's agent are in progress. Coach José Luis Mendilibar is reportedly impressed by André Luiz's qualities and believes he could utilize the player. The player would have the chance to play in the UEFA Champions League.
According to reports from Greece, Olympiakos has increased its efforts to sign André Luiz and has defined the Brazilian winger as its primary target in this transfer window. The club intends to activate André Luiz's release clause, and negotiations with the player's agent are in progress. Coach José Luis Mendilibar is reportedly impressed by André Luiz's qualities and believes he could utilize the player. The player would have the chance to play in the UEFA Champions League.
According to "Fos ton Spor", the situation regarding Andre Luiz is progressing positively for Olympiacos, and the club has significantly increased its chances of signing the Rio Ave winger. The representative for Andre Luiz wanted to transfer him to Benfica, but the 12+3 million euros offered by the Portuguese club does not satisfy his current club, and the player is consequently becoming more likely to join Olympiacos. The agent of the 23-year-old player does not intend for Andre Luiz to remain at Rio Ave.
According to "Fos ton Spor", the situation regarding Andre Luiz is progressing positively for Olympiacos, and the club has significantly increased its chances of signing the Rio Ave winger. The representative for Andre Luiz wanted to transfer him to Benfica, but the 12+3 million euros offered by the Portuguese club does not satisfy his current club, and the player is consequently becoming more likely to join Olympiacos. The agent of the 23-year-old player does not intend for Andre Luiz to remain at Rio Ave.
Olympiacos is interested in Brazilian winger Andre Luis. Rio Ave values the player at 15 million euros and will not offer discounts. An offer of 12 million euros plus bonuses from Benfica was rejected by Rio Ave. A more flexible deal, such as purchasing 50% of the player's rights for 6-7 million euros, is a possibility. It is reported that Andre Luis is more interested in remaining in Portugal and joining one of the country's big clubs than in moving to Greece.
Olympiacos is interested in Brazilian winger Andre Luis. Rio Ave values the player at 15 million euros and will not offer discounts. An offer of 12 million euros plus bonuses from Benfica was rejected by Rio Ave. A more flexible deal, such as purchasing 50% of the player's rights for 6-7 million euros, is a possibility. It is reported that Andre Luis is more interested in remaining in Portugal and joining one of the country's big clubs than in moving to Greece.
Reports from Portugal indicate Rio Ave's stance on Andre Luiz is related to Olympiacos, as Vangelis Marinakis owns the club. In Jose Luis Mendilibar's view, Olympiacos is unlikely to add a player unless a player departs.
Reports from Portugal indicate Rio Ave's stance on Andre Luiz is related to Olympiacos, as Vangelis Marinakis owns the club. In Jose Luis Mendilibar's view, Olympiacos is unlikely to add a player unless a player departs.
Olympiakos is interested in André Luiz, according to A Bola. Evangelos Marinakis presides over the club and is also the majority shareholder of Rio Ave SAD. André Luiz is aware of interest from other clubs, which include Olympiakos.
Olympiakos is interested in André Luiz, according to A Bola. Evangelos Marinakis presides over the club and is also the majority shareholder of Rio Ave SAD. André Luiz is aware of interest from other clubs, which include Olympiakos.
Olympiacos is actively interested in Andre Luiz of Rio Ave. Benfica also wants to sign Andre Luiz for a fee of approximately 12 million euros plus bonuses, while Rio Ave's asking price is 20 million euros.
Olympiacos is actively interested in Andre Luiz of Rio Ave. Benfica also wants to sign Andre Luiz for a fee of approximately 12 million euros plus bonuses, while Rio Ave's asking price is 20 million euros.
Andre Luiz is reportedly a primary transfer target for Olympiacos to strengthen its attack. Negotiations between Olympiacos and Rio Ave are ongoing and at an advanced stage, but several details still need to be settled before the deal can be finalized. Andre Luiz's agents are also involved in the discussions, and Olympiacos wants to finalize the transfer quickly, as the player fits the tactical requirements of Jose Luis Mendilibar.
Andre Luiz is reportedly a primary transfer target for Olympiacos to strengthen its attack. Negotiations between Olympiacos and Rio Ave are ongoing and at an advanced stage, but several details still need to be settled before the deal can be finalized. Andre Luiz's agents are also involved in the discussions, and Olympiacos wants to finalize the transfer quickly, as the player fits the tactical requirements of Jose Luis Mendilibar.
According to Greek media, a stalemate in negotiations between Benfica and Rio Ave has created an opportunity for Olympiakos, who are a potential competitor to sign André Luiz. The Greek media also reports that Olympiakos believes it can secure the signing of André Luiz without spending excessively.
According to Greek media, a stalemate in negotiations between Benfica and Rio Ave has created an opportunity for Olympiakos, who are a potential competitor to sign André Luiz. The Greek media also reports that Olympiakos believes it can secure the signing of André Luiz without spending excessively.
Olympiacos desires Andre Luiz. Rio Ave reportedly wants 20 million euros for the player. Negotiations between Olympiacos and Rio Ave are different compared to those involving Benfica or another club.
Olympiacos desires Andre Luiz. Rio Ave reportedly wants 20 million euros for the player. Negotiations between Olympiacos and Rio Ave are different compared to those involving Benfica or another club.
Olympiacos is monitoring Andre Luis, who is a priority transfer target for the 'red and whites' for the winger position. Olympiacos's interest in the player may become more active if he does not move to Benfica or another club for a high fee. Jose Luis Mendilibar is mainly looking for a left-footed winger, and Andre Luis has the required sporting characteristics.
Olympiacos is monitoring Andre Luis, who is a priority transfer target for the 'red and whites' for the winger position. Olympiacos's interest in the player may become more active if he does not move to Benfica or another club for a high fee. Jose Luis Mendilibar is mainly looking for a left-footed winger, and Andre Luis has the required sporting characteristics.
Olympiacos could potentially challenge for the signing of Rio Ave's 23-year-old Brazilian winger, André Luiz, for whom Benfica is the favorite. Benfica is attempting to complete a deal for Luiz this month. While talks with Rio Ave have been positive and Benfica is prepared to meet the asking price, a deal is not yet guaranteed. Rio Ave's demands have led Benfica to consider Wesley as a viable alternative if negotiations for Luiz are delayed, which could create an opportunity for the interested Greek club. Luiz joined Rio Ave in January 2025 for a fee reported to be €2.2 million and has a contract until 2029. He has scored 7 goals with 6 assists in 17 Liga Portugal appearances this season. In December 2025, Rio Ave's asking price was reported to be €15 million. The player's valuation on Transfermarkt is €4.00m.
Olympiacos could potentially challenge for the signing of Rio Ave's 23-year-old Brazilian winger, André Luiz, for whom Benfica is the favorite. Benfica is attempting to complete a deal for Luiz this month. While talks with Rio Ave have been positive and Benfica is prepared to meet the asking price, a deal is not yet guaranteed. Rio Ave's demands have led Benfica to consider Wesley as a viable alternative if negotiations for Luiz are delayed, which could create an opportunity for the interested Greek club. Luiz joined Rio Ave in January 2025 for a fee reported to be €2.2 million and has a contract until 2029. He has scored 7 goals with 6 assists in 17 Liga Portugal appearances this season. In December 2025, Rio Ave's asking price was reported to be €15 million. The player's valuation on Transfermarkt is €4.00m.
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