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.