Gazzetta.gr reports on Erik Lamela's contract termination with AEK and his subsequent retirement from playing football. Erik Lamela has mutually agreed to terminate his contract with AEK after a meeting with the club's owner, Marios Iliopoulos. Lamela has decided to retire from playing football and join the coaching staff of Matias Almeyda at Sevilla. The agreement was reached in a positive atmosphere, ensuring both parties' interests were protected. Lamela will receive compensation amounting to half of what he would have earned next season, which was 2.5 million euros per year.

Érik Lamela has mutually agreed to terminate his contract with AEK, expressing gratitude for his time at the club and describing his experience in Greece as wonderful. The Argentine midfielder, who is 33 years old, highlighted the warm reception and support from AEK fans, whom he regards as the best in Greece. He is expected to retire from football to become an assistant to Matías Almeyda at Sevilla, marking the official end of his playing career. His market value is currently assessed by Transfermarkt at €1.20 million.