Axel Witsel Transfer from Atlético Madrid to Pogoń Szczecin
The Polish club Pogoń Szczecin, with its owner Alex Haditaghi, has personally contacted Axel Witsel, expressing interest in signing him. The club's managing director, Tan Kesler, confirmed the interest, acknowledging the difficulty of the transfer but expressing support for the owner's unconventional thinking. They are waiting for Witsel's response.
Alex Haditaghi expressed that Axel Witsel is a dream player for Pogoń Szczecin. They have had discussions with his agent, offering him the opportunity to stay in Europe and win trophies. However, Witsel and his agent are still exploring other options.
Pogoń Szczecin is interested in acquiring Axel Witsel, whose contract with Atlético Madrid recently expired. The club owner, Alex Haditaghi, expressed on platform X that although Pogoń Szczecin may not be the biggest club pursuing Witsel, they are determined and fearless in their approach, emphasizing vision and dreams over size.
Axel Witsel is leaving Atlético Madryt as his contract is not being extended. He is a free agent now. Pogoń Szczecin has shown interest in signing him. A proposal has been presented to him, which includes additional elements beyond just playing football. These elements are not related to ownership but are expected to bring him certain bonuses.
Pogoń Szczecin is reportedly on the verge of making one of the most remarkable signings at the Ekstraklasa level during the upcoming summer transfer window. The club's owner, Alex Haditaghi, has reached out to Axel Witsel, who is expected to depart Atlético Madrid after the Club World Cup when his contract expires. Journalist Adam Sławiński reported that Haditaghi is in discussions with Witsel and is optimistic about a favorable outcome. Daniel Trzepacz, the editor of Pogonsportnet.pl, confirmed this information and noted that acquiring a player of Witsel's stature, even considering his age, would be a significant coup for the club and a major enhancement.
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