According to reports from Bulgaria, Aris's interest in Levski's Kristian Makoun has not ceased, although the matter had appeared to cool down weeks ago. The Bulgarian outlet Telegraph reports that in Greece, Kristian Makoun is regarded as a definite new signing for Aris. The team from Thessaloniki might pay 3.5 million euros for his signing, and the agreement is expected to be finalized within the next few hours. The transfer market in Greece closes later than it does in Bulgaria.

According to Sport FM, the situation concerning Cristian Makoun is ongoing, although the amounts reported in Bulgaria are not confirmed. The outlet states the transfer will not reach the 3.5 million euros that was reported. If Levski's demands are reduced, Makoun meets the requirements set by Aris, as the player is in the last year of his contract. Reyes has apparently not ceased pursuing Makoun, alongside other players. Contacts with the Venezuelan defender had previously progressed significantly.

According to a report from 'Telegraph.bg' in Bulgaria, Aris continues its efforts to acquire Cristian Makoun from Levski Sofia. The outlet considers the purchase of the player's rights by Aris a certainty and mentions that the deal is likely to close with an amount around 3.5 million euros. Levski is positive about the player's transfer.

The Greek club Aris is reportedly close to signing 26-year-old Levski central defender Christian Makoun. Aris has been actively negotiating with several central defenders in recent hours, with the Venezuelan being one of the targets as the club seeks to address issues with its defensive line. Makoun, who has a contract with Levski until the summer of 2027, did not participate in the Bulgarian team's recent Champions League qualifiers against Kairat Almaty. A report suggests this was because Levski is in negotiations with Aris for his sale. The defender himself is said to have no objection to the transfer. It is also believed that Levski is looking to secure a replacement before finalizing the deal and is in advanced talks with Lokomotiv (Plovdiv) for Lucas Riyan. A potential transfer of Makoun to Aris was previously mentioned in May 2025, but the management of the Thessaloniki club denied any interest at that time.