Panetolikos is waiting for Giorgos Nikas's release from Panathinaikos. This is in order to advance the process of signing the 27-year-old Greek midfielder and stay ahead of the competition for him. This is conditional on Nikas being released from Panathinaikos. The interest is based on a recommendation and wish from Giannis Anastasiou. Nikas, who joined his current club on 11/09/2023, has a contract until 30/06/2027. His current market value is €450k, according to Transfermarkt. In the current 2025/2026 season, he has made one appearance in the Super League 1. Kifisia has also been linked with signing him.