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Leon Bailey Transfer from Aston Villa to Olympiakos Piraeus
According to Gazzetta.gr, Leon Bailey is in Greece and has started to introduce himself to his new teammates at Olympiacos and to José Luis Mendilibar at the Renti training center. Olympiacos did not acquire Bailey to rush him into a match, but to be an important part of the team during a demanding season. He had some issues during the preparation with Aston Villa, and in Piraeus, his situation is being managed carefully.
According to Gazzetta.gr, Leon Bailey is in Greece and has started to introduce himself to his new teammates at Olympiacos and to José Luis Mendilibar at the Renti training center. Olympiacos did not acquire Bailey to rush him into a match, but to be an important part of the team during a demanding season. He had some issues during the preparation with Aston Villa, and in Piraeus, his situation is being managed carefully.
According to Gazzetta.gr, Leon Bailey was photographed wearing the shirt of his new team, Olympiacos, and was featured in a presentation video. The player said that he was born in Jamaica with a dream that led him to various parts of the world to some of the best stadiums in Europe. He stated that he experienced unforgettable moments and also encountered difficulties, but he always continued to move forward. Bailey added that a new chapter, a new home, a new challenge, and a new dream now begins at Olympiacos, and he extended an invitation to write the next chapter together.
According to Gazzetta.gr, Leon Bailey was photographed wearing the shirt of his new team, Olympiacos, and was featured in a presentation video. The player said that he was born in Jamaica with a dream that led him to various parts of the world to some of the best stadiums in Europe. He stated that he experienced unforgettable moments and also encountered difficulties, but he always continued to move forward. Bailey added that a new chapter, a new home, a new challenge, and a new dream now begins at Olympiacos, and he extended an invitation to write the next chapter together.
Leon Bailey spoke for the first time as an Olympiacos player upon his arrival in Greece. Bailey stated that it is an honor to be there and that he and his family wanted to be there, adding that he is sure they will enjoy it and create nice memories. He also said the president of Olympiacos spoke to him about the goal of the Europa League. Bailey mentioned that he won the competition last year and has great experience to bring to the team, and that he would like to win it for a second consecutive time with Olympiacos.
Leon Bailey spoke for the first time as an Olympiacos player upon his arrival in Greece. Bailey stated that it is an honor to be there and that he and his family wanted to be there, adding that he is sure they will enjoy it and create nice memories. He also said the president of Olympiacos spoke to him about the goal of the Europa League. Bailey mentioned that he won the competition last year and has great experience to bring to the team, and that he would like to win it for a second consecutive time with Olympiacos.
According to Sport FM, Leon Bailey arrived in Athens at Eleftherios Venizelos airport shortly before 1 a.m. on Friday, 4/9. He has agreed to a four-year contract with Olympiacos.
According to Sport FM, Leon Bailey arrived in Athens at Eleftherios Venizelos airport shortly before 1 a.m. on Friday, 4/9. He has agreed to a four-year contract with Olympiacos.
The transfer fee for Leon Bailey's move from Aston Villa to Olympiacos is reported as being between 5 and 8.5 million euros. His salary will make him the highest-paid footballer currently in Greek football. This fee is significantly lower than the approximately 30 million pounds that Aston Villa paid to Bayer Leverkusen for Bailey in 2021. Last season, Bailey's loan spell at Roma was disappointing because of injuries and a different tactical approach from the coach.
The transfer fee for Leon Bailey's move from Aston Villa to Olympiacos is reported as being between 5 and 8.5 million euros. His salary will make him the highest-paid footballer currently in Greek football. This fee is significantly lower than the approximately 30 million pounds that Aston Villa paid to Bayer Leverkusen for Bailey in 2021. Last season, Bailey's loan spell at Roma was disappointing because of injuries and a different tactical approach from the coach.
Aston Villa has confirmed the transfer of Leon Bailey to Olympiakos. The English club stated that the Jamaican winger completed a permanent transfer as part of a deal estimated at 5 million euros. The former Bayer Leverkusen player has signed a three-year contract with the club from Piraeus.
Aston Villa has confirmed the transfer of Leon Bailey to Olympiakos. The English club stated that the Jamaican winger completed a permanent transfer as part of a deal estimated at 5 million euros. The former Bayer Leverkusen player has signed a three-year contract with the club from Piraeus.
According to Gazzetta.gr, Leon Bailey spoke with the owner and coach of Olympiacos. Bailey is excited because he loves Greece, his second favorite cuisine is Greek, and he has great respect for the country's history. He is excited to play for Olympiacos and wants to make the fans happy with the successes he will bring. The player noted that the club has a great history and has left its mark on all the top European leagues. He enjoys the idea of leading the club to the Champions League and winning the championship. The move of his family from England was an important factor, as Bailey considered not only the club but also the environment and the life his family would have. He was very pleased with the conditions.
According to Gazzetta.gr, Leon Bailey spoke with the owner and coach of Olympiacos. Bailey is excited because he loves Greece, his second favorite cuisine is Greek, and he has great respect for the country's history. He is excited to play for Olympiacos and wants to make the fans happy with the successes he will bring. The player noted that the club has a great history and has left its mark on all the top European leagues. He enjoys the idea of leading the club to the Champions League and winning the championship. The move of his family from England was an important factor, as Bailey considered not only the club but also the environment and the life his family would have. He was very pleased with the conditions.
Voetbalprimeur.nl reports that Aston Villa will reportedly receive about five million euros for Leon Bailey's transfer to Olympiakos, where the winger has signed a three-year contract. According to the report, Bailey had no future at Villa, and the club was eager for him to leave, along with his multi-million salary.
Voetbalprimeur.nl reports that Aston Villa will reportedly receive about five million euros for Leon Bailey's transfer to Olympiakos, where the winger has signed a three-year contract. According to the report, Bailey had no future at Villa, and the club was eager for him to leave, along with his multi-million salary.
Leon Bailey is a player for Olympiacos with a contract until 2030, following the completion of his transfer from Aston Villa. The contract will become effective on Thursday (03/09).
Leon Bailey is a player for Olympiacos with a contract until 2030, following the completion of his transfer from Aston Villa. The contract will become effective on Thursday (03/09).
Gazzetta.gr has reported that Olympiacos officially announced the acquisition of Jamaican winger Leon Bailey from Aston Villa. At Aston Villa, he made 163 appearances, scoring 23 goals and providing 25 assists, and won the UEFA Europa League in the 2025-2026 season. Olympiacos has welcomed Leon Bailey and wished him every success.
Gazzetta.gr has reported that Olympiacos officially announced the acquisition of Jamaican winger Leon Bailey from Aston Villa. At Aston Villa, he made 163 appearances, scoring 23 goals and providing 25 assists, and won the UEFA Europa League in the 2025-2026 season. Olympiacos has welcomed Leon Bailey and wished him every success.
Olympiacos will acquire Leon Bailey from Aston Villa on a permanent transfer, and he is set to sign a 3+1 year contract. The player passed the necessary medical examinations in London on Wednesday (2/9). The deal is complete, and an announcement from Olympiacos is expected on Thursday (3/9). Bailey has a place on the squad list that the club will declare to UEFA for the Europa League matches.
Olympiacos will acquire Leon Bailey from Aston Villa on a permanent transfer, and he is set to sign a 3+1 year contract. The player passed the necessary medical examinations in London on Wednesday (2/9). The deal is complete, and an announcement from Olympiacos is expected on Thursday (3/9). Bailey has a place on the squad list that the club will declare to UEFA for the Europa League matches.
Leon Bailey was pictured wearing an Olympiacos scarf during a video call with Miltiadis Marinakis, the son of Olympiacos owner Evangelos Marinakis, according to a post by Fabrizio Romano on X. On Thursday (02/09), the Jamaican winger passed his medical examination in London.
Leon Bailey was pictured wearing an Olympiacos scarf during a video call with Miltiadis Marinakis, the son of Olympiacos owner Evangelos Marinakis, according to a post by Fabrizio Romano on X. On Thursday (02/09), the Jamaican winger passed his medical examination in London.
Leon Bailey has completed a medical in London, and the announcement of his transfer from Aston Villa to Olympiacos is pending the completion of final procedural details. Initially, it was reported in England that the winger would join Olympiacos on loan after extending his contract with Aston Villa. His contract with Aston Villa ran until 2027. However, recent English reports now mention a permanent transfer, with the player expected to sign a contract until 2029. The final form of the deal is not yet confirmed.
Leon Bailey has completed a medical in London, and the announcement of his transfer from Aston Villa to Olympiacos is pending the completion of final procedural details. Initially, it was reported in England that the winger would join Olympiacos on loan after extending his contract with Aston Villa. His contract with Aston Villa ran until 2027. However, recent English reports now mention a permanent transfer, with the player expected to sign a contract until 2029. The final form of the deal is not yet confirmed.
Leon Bailey and Olympiacos have reached a full agreement. The player is undergoing medical examinations in England so the club can register him in time for the Europa League League Phase matches. The deadline for submitting the European list is 00:59 on Thursday (3/9).
Leon Bailey and Olympiacos have reached a full agreement. The player is undergoing medical examinations in England so the club can register him in time for the Europa League League Phase matches. The deadline for submitting the European list is 00:59 on Thursday (3/9).
Kostas Nikolakopoulos reported on bwinSPORT FM 94.6 that the transfer of Leon Bailey from Aston Villa to Olympiacos is impending. According to the report, Leon Bailey will undergo the necessary medical tests in England, and if those tests are successful, he will sign his contract with Olympiacos. The deal between Olympiacos and Aston Villa has been reached, which was also mentioned by Fabrizio Romano.
Kostas Nikolakopoulos reported on bwinSPORT FM 94.6 that the transfer of Leon Bailey from Aston Villa to Olympiacos is impending. According to the report, Leon Bailey will undergo the necessary medical tests in England, and if those tests are successful, he will sign his contract with Olympiacos. The deal between Olympiacos and Aston Villa has been reached, which was also mentioned by Fabrizio Romano.
According to a report from Fabrizio Romano, Olympiacos reached a verbal agreement with Aston Villa for Leon Bailey. It is a permanent move with a contract until June 2029. Aston Villa has approved the transfer, and Leon Bailey is traveling to Athens for medical tests and to sign his contract with Olympiacos.
According to a report from Fabrizio Romano, Olympiacos reached a verbal agreement with Aston Villa for Leon Bailey. It is a permanent move with a contract until June 2029. Aston Villa has approved the transfer, and Leon Bailey is traveling to Athens for medical tests and to sign his contract with Olympiacos.
Fabrizio Romano reports a verbal agreement exists between Olympiacos and Aston Villa for the transfer of Leon Bailey to Olympiacos. According to Romano, Bailey is expected to arrive in Greece very soon. Leon Bailey belongs to Aston Villa and spent last season on loan at Roma. He had one more year left on his contract with Aston Villa. Following the reported verbal agreement between the two clubs, Bailey will undergo the necessary medical tests to sign with Olympiacos.
Fabrizio Romano reports a verbal agreement exists between Olympiacos and Aston Villa for the transfer of Leon Bailey to Olympiacos. According to Romano, Bailey is expected to arrive in Greece very soon. Leon Bailey belongs to Aston Villa and spent last season on loan at Roma. He had one more year left on his contract with Aston Villa. Following the reported verbal agreement between the two clubs, Bailey will undergo the necessary medical tests to sign with Olympiacos.
Olympiacos is in communication with Aston Villa to acquire Leon Bailey, and it has not yet been clarified whether the discussion is for a transfer or a loan. The club is also in talks with Bailey in an effort to make a notable addition to its attacking wings. The winger's situation has been mentioned by BIG 4 by Betsson.
Olympiacos is in communication with Aston Villa to acquire Leon Bailey, and it has not yet been clarified whether the discussion is for a transfer or a loan. The club is also in talks with Bailey in an effort to make a notable addition to its attacking wings. The winger's situation has been mentioned by BIG 4 by Betsson.
Sport FM reports that Leon Bailey is on the list of Olympiacos. The Aston Villa player is for sale, and a potential transfer will depend on discussions that will take place and be completed tonight.
Sport FM reports that Leon Bailey is on the list of Olympiacos. The Aston Villa player is for sale, and a potential transfer will depend on discussions that will take place and be completed tonight.
Information from England indicates that Olympiacos have already started discussions with Aston Villa for winger Leon Bailey. It is reported that Bailey is not part of Unai Emery's plans, and his transfer is under discussion.
Information from England indicates that Olympiacos have already started discussions with Aston Villa for winger Leon Bailey. It is reported that Bailey is not part of Unai Emery's plans, and his transfer is under discussion.
Olympiacos is considering acquiring Leon Bailey to reinforce its attack on the wings, a reinforcement manager José Luis Mendilibar views as necessary. According to reports, the 29-year-old Jamaican winger is a new name being considered, and he is said to be high on a list of targets that also includes Tiago Nus. It is believed that the club will certainly acquire one of the two players, and a scenario exists in which both could be signed if Gelson Martins departs. Bailey has 41 caps and 7 goals for Jamaica and is contracted with Aston Villa until the summer of 2027. In the preceding season, which he divided between Aston Villa and Roma, Bailey made 30 appearances, recording one goal and one assist in approximately 900 minutes of play. His current market value on Transfermarkt is €14.00m. Al Ittihad, Sevilla, and Ajax are other clubs that have recently been linked with him. Reports from August 2026 indicate that Aston Villa's asking price is between €9 million and €10 million. This is lower than his transfer fee from August 2021, which was reported to be €32 million.
Olympiacos is considering acquiring Leon Bailey to reinforce its attack on the wings, a reinforcement manager José Luis Mendilibar views as necessary. According to reports, the 29-year-old Jamaican winger is a new name being considered, and he is said to be high on a list of targets that also includes Tiago Nus. It is believed that the club will certainly acquire one of the two players, and a scenario exists in which both could be signed if Gelson Martins departs. Bailey has 41 caps and 7 goals for Jamaica and is contracted with Aston Villa until the summer of 2027. In the preceding season, which he divided between Aston Villa and Roma, Bailey made 30 appearances, recording one goal and one assist in approximately 900 minutes of play. His current market value on Transfermarkt is €14.00m. Al Ittihad, Sevilla, and Ajax are other clubs that have recently been linked with him. Reports from August 2026 indicate that Aston Villa's asking price is between €9 million and €10 million. This is lower than his transfer fee from August 2021, which was reported to be €32 million.
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