Carlos Gruezo has expressed his desire to return to Europe and is pressuring his current club, LDU Quito, to release him. Aris Thessaloniki is waiting for the completion of the relevant procedures to acquire the 30-year-old Ecuadorian defensive midfielder. Although Aris has not confirmed anything officially, it is apparent they have reached an agreement with Gruezo and are awaiting his release.

Aris Thessaloniki is interested in signing Carlos Gruezo to fill the gap left by Sifuentes. A proposal has been made to the 30-year-old Ecuadorian international, who currently plays for LDU Quito. Gruezo has extensive experience in Europe, having played in the Bundesliga for Stuttgart and Augsburg, in MLS for Dallas and San Jose Earthquakes, and in Ecuador for Barcelona SC. He has 65 international caps for Ecuador. Transfermarkt currently estimates his market worth at 1.50 million euros.