Dimitrios Nikolaou, Palermo's 27-year-old Greek centre-back, is nearing a sale to Asteras Tripolis. He spent the 2025/2026 season on loan at SSC Bari, making 23 appearances in Serie B and providing one assist. Nikolaou has one cap for Greece, a contract with Palermo until June 2028, and a current market value of €700k, according to Transfermarkt. Cremonese has also been mentioned in connection with the player.