Azzedine Ounahi was not available for Panathinaikos' recent match against Niki Volou in the Greek Cup because his transfer was completed the day before and he had not yet trained with the team. Coach Jacob Nistrup stated that he is very happy the club managed to sign a high-caliber player with established quality and that Ounahi has a strong affection for Panathinaikos and Athens. Nistrup also said a decision about Ounahi's readiness to play will be made after an analysis and discussions with the player. The final decision is expected by Saturday (05/09), ahead of the match against PAOK.

Panathinaikos acquired Azzedine Ounahi from Girona in what was the most expensive transfer in its history. The deal will exceed 14 million euros and is estimated at 15 million euros. According to French media, Marseille is expected to receive 2.7 million euros from the transfer. L'Équipe reports that Marseille, which sold Ounahi to the Catalan club for 6 million euros last summer, had retained a 30% sell-on clause.

Azzedine Ounahi has signed for Panathinaikos, with the signing announced on Wednesday evening. The transfer from Girona was completed after several days of negotiations, and the total deal can reach 14 million euros. Panathinaikos will initially pay 11 million euros in two installments for 70% of Ounahi's rights. Subsequently, the club will pay 1 million euros each summer to gradually acquire additional percentages, reaching 100% by 2029. Ounahi will have annual fixed earnings close to 3 million euros, which can rise to 3.6 million euros with bonuses.

Azzedine Ounahi's transfer will be the most expensive signing ever for Panathinaikos. Up until August 15, Ounahi was not seriously considering a move to Greece. From August 31, he wanted to join Panathinaikos, but in the days prior he clearly preferred Ajax, while also keeping Panathinaikos as an alternative and holding talks with Kotsoilis and others. The Dutch club did not meet Girona's demands and faced a potential conflict with the Spanish club, which threatened to report them to FIFA for speaking to Ounahi without permission, leading to the cancellation of his trip to Amsterdam. Ounahi ultimately chose Panathinaikos over NEOM. He reportedly did not attend Girona's last training sessions and communicated that he would not play for them in La Liga 2 in the new season. Panathinaikos would have acquired Ounahi for a 13,000,000 EUR mandatory purchase option next summer, but due to NEOM's involvement, they are paying this year. The payment structure is 11,000,000 EUR plus 3,000,000 EUR in annual installments until 2030, for a fixed total of 14,000,000 EUR. According to the official information, his contract will be between 2,500,000 and 2,700,000 EUR plus bonuses. Manager sources state it is 3,500,000 EUR per year for four years, while Spanish sources state it is around 4,200,000 EUR annually. It is also stated that Ounahi ultimately asked Alafouzos for over 4,000,000 EUR per year. The contract reportedly includes a signing fee of 3,200,000 EUR over four years. Information from Greek agent circles suggests Ounahi has a buy-out clause that would allow him to leave for clubs in the top six leagues after the first year.

According to Gazzetta.gr, the final deal for Azzedine Ounahi's transfer to Panathinaikos was 11 million euros plus an additional three million in installments. Panathinaikos did not pay the amount Girona requested. NEOM from Saudi Arabia offered more money to both Girona and Ounahi, but the player asked for 10 million euros per year. Ajax was interested in Ounahi after Girona, but did not offer Girona the amount they requested. Neither Ajax nor Panathinaikos paid Girona's full asking price.

Mundo Deportivo reports that Azzedine Ounahi is officially a Panathinaikos player. The transfer fee is approximately 15 million euros, an amount that could increase by one to two million through variables. According to the report, Girona retains 25% of a future sale of Azzedine Ounahi. The Greek club announced the signing several hours before Girona.

A large number of Panathinaikos supporters gathered to welcome Azzedine Ounahi at 'Eleftherios Venizelos' airport.

Panathinaikos has announced the return of Azzedine Ounahi from Girona. The transfer is estimated to cost 15 million euros. Olympique de Marseille will receive slightly less than 3 million euros, in accordance with the clauses from Ounahi's transfer to Catalonia.

According to Sport FM, Panathinaikos announced the return of Azzedine Ounahi to Athens with a social media teaser video that used a phrase meaning 'The magic is back'. Azzedine Ounahi is traveling to Athens to finalize the last procedural steps of the transfer. The move is described as the biggest in the club's history and a significant financial commitment for owner Giannis Alafouzos. Stefanos Kotsolis reached an agreement with Girona after tough and lengthy negotiations. The player has agreed to a 4-year contract with earnings that will not disrupt the team's wage structure. Manager Jacob Neestrup had given his approval from the beginning for the player to be added to the squad.

Azzedine Ounahi is returning to Panathinaikos after the club reached a verbal agreement with the player and Girona for a direct transfer. Panathinaikos has confirmed the deal, which is described as the biggest in the club's history. The transfer fee is €16,000,000, comprising €14,000,000 guaranteed plus €2,000,000 in bonuses, and includes a 20% resale clause. Ounahi will receive an annual salary of €3,500,000 on a four-year contract. The player expressed a strong desire to return to Athens and had previously communicated with Stefanos Kotsolis. The agreement was reached under pressure to meet the Conference League registration deadline. Panathinaikos announced the agreement as a major achievement following negotiations that were described as very difficult.

Azzedine Ounahi confirmed exclusively to Gazzetta.gr from an airplane en route to Athens that he is coming tonight at 22:00 for Panathinaikos. The Moroccan midfielder is expected to undergo medical examinations and sign for several years. The transfer from Girona to Panathinaikos is described as a significant move for the Athens club, completed with a record fee from Girona.

Gazzetta.gr reports that a transfer agreement has been reached between Panathinaikos and Girona for Azzedine Ounahi for a sum of more than 15 million euros. Azzedine Ounahi is expected in Athens to undergo medical examinations and sign his contract. According to the same report, Azzedine Ounahi rejected a proposal from NEOM of Saudi Arabia, has not trained in recent days, and delivered an ultimatum to the Spanish club, stating that he would either transfer to Panathinaikos or he would not go anywhere. The deal includes a salary of three million euros per year for Azzedine Ounahi and is described as the most expensive in the history of Panathinaikos. Stefanos Kotsolis conducted negotiations throughout the day for the club, and majority shareholder Giannis Alafouzos approved the financial outlay.

Panathinaikos remains in contention for Azzedine Ounahi and is awaiting further developments. According to lesportiudecatalunya.cat, there is concern at Girona about how Ounahi will react, as he has made it clear he desires to leave. Girona has a strong negotiating position.

According to Catalan journalist Nil Solà, Panathinaikos and Girona have reached a verbal agreement for the transfer of Azzedine Ounahi. Panathinaikos's new offer was for 14 million euros, with an additional 1 million as a bonus, and Girona will retain a 20% sell-on clause. Nil Solà also reported that Ounahi did not train with Girona yesterday or today, and that everything points towards the finalization of an agreement.

According to Marca, Panathinaikos has a strong interest in acquiring Azzedine Ounahi and wants to complete his transfer immediately to include him in the Conference League squad list, which must be submitted by Thursday morning. The report states that the biggest obstacle is Girona's financial demands. The Spanish club acquired Ounahi from Marseille for 6 million euros last summer and wants a significant economic return. Marca adds that the Catalans have set a price above 15 million euros to begin substantial discussions, and the player's contract includes a release clause of 25 million euros.

El Chiringuito TV reports that Panathinaikos has reached an agreement with Girona for Azzedine Ounahi, for which Panathinaikos will pay 16 million euros for a permanent transfer, not a loan, with the agreement also including performance-related bonuses.

According to the Spanish media outlet 'el chiringuito', Panathinaikos is nearing an agreement to acquire Azzedine Ounahi. Journalist Markos Benito reported that Panathinaikos has advanced in negotiations after submitting an offer of 16 million euros, excluding bonuses. Panathinaikos has not confirmed this development.

Azzedine Ounahi has informed Girona that he wants to leave. Girona does not accept letting him go for less than his 25 million euro release clause. A Catalan website reports that no discussions are taking place for an offer lower than 15 million euros. The situation remains open, and Ounahi has a contract with Girona until 2030. The Greek transfer market is open until September 15, and today is described as a crucial day because registrations for European competitions close. If nothing happens, Turkey and Saudi Arabia will remain in the negotiations; the markets in those countries close in October.

Mundo Deportivo reports that Panathinaikos made a strong effort to sign Azzedine Ounahi from Girona, presenting different proposals in the final stages. However, the conversations did not satisfy Girona's demands and the transfer did not proceed. As the Greek market is still open, a departure for Ounahi cannot be completely ruled out before its closure. As of today, the most likely possibility is that he will remain at Girona.

According to Nikos Athanasiou, the upcoming hours are decisive for Azzedine Ounahi. A financial difference exists with Girona, although it is not clear whether this relates to the payment method or the amount. Contacts were ongoing until the early morning. The situation is described as very difficult and fluid. If an agreement is not reached today by Panathinaikos, it is very likely the club will sign a different midfielder for its European squad list and subsequently attempt to acquire Azzedine Ounahi by September 15.

Ivan Quirós reported that Panathinaikos submitted a loan offer to Girona for Azzedine Ounahi that included a loan fee of 2 million euros and an obligatory purchase option of 13 million euros. The offer was rejected by Girona. According to Ivan Quirós, Panathinaikos has not made a new offer since the rejection, and Girona is seeking a package totaling 20 million euros, including fixed and bonus amounts. Nil Solà confirmed the information about the rejected offer and Girona's demands.

Dionysis Desyllas reported that Panathinaikos is in open negotiations with Girona for Azzedine Ounahi and that, contrary to reports in the international press, there is currently no agreement.

Azzedine Ounahi is to join Panathinaikos via a loan agreement which contains a mandatory purchase clause of 25 million euros. Olympique de Marseille will receive nearly 6 million euros at the conclusion of the 2026-2027 season, based on a pre-existing clause that grants them 30% of any capital gain from Ounahi's transfer.

Reports from France mentioned an agreement between Panathinaikos and Girona for Azzedine Ounahi, but this is not confirmed by Panathinaikos. According to Catalan reporter Ivan Quiros, Girona currently does not have an agreement with any club for Ounahi, not even a verbal one. Quiros reports two possible paths: Girona can either wait for Panathinaikos to improve its offer before the deadline for submitting the European list, or accept the current proposal from Panathinaikos. This proposal involves a loan with a loan fee and a purchase option that is possibly mandatory. Quiros adds that Girona is not willing to let Ounahi leave for a price the club considers humiliating. There is also the possibility of waiting for offers from Arabian clubs, whose transfer window is open until October.

French transfer reporter Sebastien Denis reports that Panathinaikos has reached a definitive verbal agreement with Girona for the return of Azzedine Ounahi. The deal reportedly includes an initial paid loan followed by a mandatory purchase option for 25 million euros. Denis also reports that Ounahi will sign a contract with annual earnings of 2.7 million euros. It is stated that Ajax also made a strong attempt to acquire Azzedine Ounahi, but the player preferred the prospect of returning to Athens and an environment he knows very well.

Foot Mercato journalist Santi Aouna reports that Panathinaikos has reached an agreement with Girona for Azzedine Ounahi. Spanish journalist Ivan Quirós reports that Panathinaikos and Girona have agreed on the transfer fee for Ounahi. According to Quirós, Panathinaikos intends to make Ounahi the highest-paid player at the club and potentially in the country. Panathinaikos wants to finalize the deal quickly to register Ounahi for the Conference League.

Spanish journalist Ivan Quirós reported that Girona rejected Panathinaikos' latest offer for Azzedine Ounahi, stating that the bid was far from the club's demand of around 20 million euros.

According to Africafoot, negotiations for Azzedine Ounahi's return to Panathinaikos have significantly advanced, with only the player's medical examination remaining before the transfer can be finalized. Panathinaikos has demonstrated strong determination to complete the deal and has moved ahead of other interested clubs. The Greek club presented Ounahi with particularly advantageous financial terms and was prepared to offer him one of the highest salaries in the Greek league. Girona was waiting for a financial offer they considered sufficiently convincing to approve his departure. Ounahi is expected to officially join Panathinaikos if the medical examination is completed without any issues.

According to Dionysis Desyllas on bwinSPORT FM 94.6, Panathinaikos is making a great effort and is in continuous contact with all involved parties to complete the transfer of Azzedine Ounahi. The situation involves constant twists, and the matter is expected to be resolved within the day. There is involvement from a club from Saudi Arabia, while the Dutch are apparently no longer involved.

According to Evangelos Michos reporting in Sportdog.gr, Giannis Alafouzos is determined to offer up to 13 million euros to Girona for Azzedine Ounahi and to give him a contract of more than 3.5 million euros per year, which would result in him being the highest paid player in the Super League. Panathinaikos have significantly increased their chances of completing this transfer. A person familiar with the club commented after the match with Levadiakos that the only way the deal would not be completed is if an exceptionally large offer from another club appears. It is reported that there were rumors concerning Arabia. For now, this does not seem like a serious rival. Panathinaikos are optimistic about finalizing a historic agreement.

Giannis Alafouzos is determined to acquire Azzedine Ounahi for Panathinaikos. On 'Charlie Ball', Charlie stated that Panathinaikos is the team that has reached an agreement with Girona. Charlie also reported that last year Alafouzos was upset because Panathinaikos did not cover the €11 million release clause for Ounahi's purchase from Marseille, and said that after Ounahi was attracted by Girona, he moved there. Charlie stated that Panathinaikos is now lucky because the player did not sign elsewhere, and that the offer is €4.2 million for 4 years.

Azzedine Ounahi continues to be a significant transfer target for Panathinaikos. Ounahi had a desire to play for a team participating in the Champions League, but because there have been no tangible developments, Panathinaikos continues its pursuit of him. It is reported that Ounahi's representatives had contact with Stefanos Kotsolis in Athens to explore further contact with Panathinaikos and the possibility of the player returning to Greece, though nothing definitive occurred immediately. Information from Spain indicates that Girona wants Ounahi to stay, and for this reason, they are requesting a large sum of money for his sale as a deterrent. Ounahi is considered a player who could leave in the final hours of the transfer window, so his departure is not excluded.

Iles Kandouri reports that Panathinaikos has made the best offer for Azzedine Ounahi and is the first choice to sign the Moroccan international if Ajax does not reach an agreement with Girona. Ounahi has an agreement with Panathinaikos and will commit to the club after the Dutch transfer window closes if Ajax does not act.

Giannis Chorianopoulos reported that Azzedine Ounahi and Girona are waiting for an offer from a club in a top 5 league. He added that if an offer does not arrive or is not satisfactory, Panathinaikos is considered the favorite to acquire the player.

According to Dionysis Desyllas, Panathinaikos is attempting to acquire Azzedine Ounahi. The situation is difficult and the conditions are unfavorable for Panathinaikos, with the chances currently being about even. The outcome is expected to be known today or tomorrow.

Babtis Tsibidas stated on MEGA that Panathinaikos wants Azzedine Ounahi. Giannis Alafouzos is offering the player 4.2 million euros per year, with the aim of making him the highest-paid player in the Super League. Panathinaikos is now waiting for a response from Azzedine Ounahi, who prioritizes a move to a better league.

According to Nikos Athanasiou, the possibility of Azzedine Ounahi joining Panathinaikos is still being considered, although the chances are low; Athanasiou also stated that no outcome has been excluded. As of the previous day, Ounahi had not told Panathinaikos to reach an agreement with Girona. The case is described as difficult. It is also stated that Ounahi is waiting for something, in a manner similar to the previous year, and it is suggested that the situation could change subsequently.

Panathinaikos is increasing its efforts to sign Azzedine Ounahi on a permanent transfer. Ajax was one of the clubs interested in Ounahi, but has shifted its focus to another Moroccan player, Sofyan Amrabat. Ajax's continued pursuit of Ounahi is now considered unlikely, which makes it easier for Panathinaikos in their attempt to sign him.

Ivan Quirós reported that Girona has received four offers for Azzedine Ounahi, one of which is from Panathinaikos. The offers are close to the 20 million euros Girona is asking for, and Ounahi's release clause is 25 million euros. According to the report, Azzedine Ounahi has an economic agreement with Panathinaikos. Ounahi must now choose which club to proceed with for the completion of his transfer.

Girona values Azzedine Ounahi at 13,000,000 euros with an additional 2,000,000 euros in bonuses, for a total of 15,000,000 euros. Panathinaikos continues to pursue the acquisition of Ounahi, considering him an ideal choice for their midfield. Negotiations remain difficult due to Girona's high demands. According to information from Sportdog.gr and Evangelos Michos, Giannis Alafouzos is not opposed to approving such a large investment if Ounahi decides to join Panathinaikos. The main obstacle in the negotiations is the contract, as Panathinaikos is offering Ounahi 3,000,000 euros annually, while Ounahi is requesting 4,000,000 euros per year. This 1,000,000 euro gap is currently the main issue in discussions.

There is intense speculation that Azzedine Ounahi is ready to travel to Greece to play for Panathinaikos. Ounahi commented on a Panathinaikos social media post welcoming Imran Louza, posting a shamrock and a green heart, which led to a large number of comments from Panathinaikos fans.

According to Vasilis Papatheodorou on Center Fox, Azzedine Ounahi is a transfer target for Panathinaikos. Papatheodorou stated that there is a mutual willingness between Panathinaikos and Ounahi, and said the player has recently taken steps toward the club that he had not taken two weeks ago. He added that the matter remains open and that the player's own priorities for his next career step had previously been a key issue. While there is no agreement yet, Ounahi is now more open to the prospect of joining Panathinaikos, which creates an opportunity for talks to progress. Papatheodorou emphasized that no agreement can be considered certain yet.

Azzedine Ounahi initiated contact with Panathinaikos and spoke directly and very recently with Stefanos Kotsolis to inform the club about his situation. Panathinaikos is aware that Girona is discussing a price of 15 million euros for Ounahi, with the amount possibly being slightly lower or higher with bonuses. It is reported that Ounahi is asking for a salary above 3,000,000 euros per year, which could possibly reach up to 4,000,000 euros. Panathinaikos is discreetly monitoring the situation, and the decision on whether to proceed depends on several factors, including their qualification for the League Phase of the Conference League.

Panathinaikos continues its efforts to sign a midfielder, with Azzedine Ounahi being a player under consideration. Girona requires a release clause of more than 20,000,000 euros. The player's relationship with Panathinaikos maintains the possibility of a transfer, although the situation is considered extremely difficult. Panathinaikos officials stated that no offer has been made to Ounahi's club for his acquisition.

Panathinaikos is interested in Azzedine Ounahi but has not yet submitted an official offer to Girona. Panathinaikos is aware that acquiring Ounahi would require a fee of over 10 million euros to meet the demands of the Catalan club. Azzedine Ounahi has stipulated that he would only enter discussions if he is offered a contract of at least three million euros.

Nikos Athanasiou reported that Azzedine Ounahi is still at Girona, which has been relegated and wants to sell him. Ounahi has at times spoken highly of Panathinaikos to his circle. There are some chances that Panathinaikos could make a move for Ounahi, especially if the club does not fill the position and as long as Ounahi does not find another club. The timeframe for a possible move is until September 3 if Panathinaikos advances on Thursday. The report adds that last year, Panathinaikos pursued Ounahi while negotiating with Marseille, offering close to 9 million euros to Marseille for him. Ounahi considered Panathinaikos as a backup option last summer, and Panathinaikos would have offered him a large sum of money. The possibility of a move this year is also not excluded.

Panathinaikos has maintained a consistent and strong interest in acquiring Azzedine Ounahi. There is also information that Olympiacos has monitored Ounahi's situation. There has been a significant increase in the competition for his acquisition. If the demands of both Ounahi and Girona are not met by any team by late August or early September, the possibility of Panathinaikos remains. During his previous period with Panathinaikos, Ounahi made a significant impression.

It is reported that Azzedine Ounahi is open to the possibility of returning to Panathinaikos. Panathinaikos highly values Ounahi, but the club's priority for a significant financial investment appears to be for other positions in the roster. Ounahi has a contract with Girona until 2031. Girona's financial demands are reported to be particularly high, and Ounahi's salary is higher than the standards of the Greek league. His performances with the Morocco national team at the World Cup have kept his value high. The expected transfer fee is approximately 20 million euros, and his release clause is 25 million euros. Spanish journalist Jan Vindeman from Girona Media stated that Ounahi will leave Girona but will not force a transfer from the club. The final decision is expected after the World Cup.

The 26-year-old Moroccan attacking midfielder Azzedine Ounahi is pursuing a return to Panathinaikos following the relegation of Girona to the second division of Spain. Ounahi has 53 caps and 9 goals for Morocco. Last season in LaLiga, he made 24 appearances for the club he joined in August 2025, scoring 5 goals and providing 3 assists. His contract with Girona runs until 2030. His current market value is €10.00m, according to Transfermarkt. Following the relegation, reports in June 2026 have set an asking price of €10 million. His release clause is reportedly €25 million. Several other clubs, including Celta de Vigo and Villarreal, have also been linked with the midfielder.