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Nathan Gassama Transfer from Baltika to Panathinaikos
In mid-August, Panathinaikos and Torino returned with offers between 2.5 and 3 million euros for Baltika's left-footed centre-back Nathan Gassama, but the club again rejected them, demanding between 4.5 and 5 million euros. According to Box2Box by Betsson and reporters Ilias Kallonás and Antonis Oikonomidis, Panathinaikos made another approach on August 30, seeking a price close to 2.5-3 million euros and also considered a loan with an option to buy. In September, Panathinaikos' interest in Gassama became official. On September 28, Baltika's sporting director Armen Margaryan stated that they had four proposals from European clubs. He explained that some did not succeed, that geopolitics was a factor in some cases, and in others, time was a factor. Margaryan added that they did not finalize the deal at the last moment because they realized they would not be able to find an equivalent replacement, and he confirmed that the deal with Panathinaikos was not completed. According to information, Panathinaikos is still interested in Gassama ahead of the January transfer window, and Russian sources acknowledge this ongoing interest.
In mid-August, Panathinaikos and Torino returned with offers between 2.5 and 3 million euros for Baltika's left-footed centre-back Nathan Gassama, but the club again rejected them, demanding between 4.5 and 5 million euros. According to Box2Box by Betsson and reporters Ilias Kallonás and Antonis Oikonomidis, Panathinaikos made another approach on August 30, seeking a price close to 2.5-3 million euros and also considered a loan with an option to buy. In September, Panathinaikos' interest in Gassama became official. On September 28, Baltika's sporting director Armen Margaryan stated that they had four proposals from European clubs. He explained that some did not succeed, that geopolitics was a factor in some cases, and in others, time was a factor. Margaryan added that they did not finalize the deal at the last moment because they realized they would not be able to find an equivalent replacement, and he confirmed that the deal with Panathinaikos was not completed. According to information, Panathinaikos is still interested in Gassama ahead of the January transfer window, and Russian sources acknowledge this ongoing interest.
According to Nikos Athanasiou, Panathinaikos made a significant attempt to sign Nathan Gassama from Baltika, but the transfer was not completed as the financial demands of the Russian club were deemed excessive. Athanasiou also noted that the central defender from Mali is a player to watch ahead of the January transfer window.
According to Nikos Athanasiou, Panathinaikos made a significant attempt to sign Nathan Gassama from Baltika, but the transfer was not completed as the financial demands of the Russian club were deemed excessive. Athanasiou also noted that the central defender from Mali is a player to watch ahead of the January transfer window.
Gassama of Baltika is a centre-back who can also play at left-back. Gassama has the characteristics that Panathinaikos is reportedly seeking. Additionally, Gassama is not participating in European competitions with the Russian club, meaning there would be no restrictions regarding European list eligibility if the transfer proceeded.
Gassama of Baltika is a centre-back who can also play at left-back. Gassama has the characteristics that Panathinaikos is reportedly seeking. Additionally, Gassama is not participating in European competitions with the Russian club, meaning there would be no restrictions regarding European list eligibility if the transfer proceeded.
Africafoot reported that Panathinaikos has submitted an official offer of 5 million euros for Nathan Gassama. Sources indicate that negotiations between the two clubs are very advanced, and the parties are reportedly close to reaching a total agreement on a 3-year contract. The Greek club is working to finalize this permanent transfer in the coming hours. Nathan Gassama is the top priority for Panathinaikos management in recent hours.
Africafoot reported that Panathinaikos has submitted an official offer of 5 million euros for Nathan Gassama. Sources indicate that negotiations between the two clubs are very advanced, and the parties are reportedly close to reaching a total agreement on a 3-year contract. The Greek club is working to finalize this permanent transfer in the coming hours. Nathan Gassama is the top priority for Panathinaikos management in recent hours.
Foreign reports in recent hours have linked Panathinaikos with Nathan Gassama. However, information from within the club indicates a final decision has not yet been made regarding the acquisition of a centre-back, because several available options are already in the squad.
Foreign reports in recent hours have linked Panathinaikos with Nathan Gassama. However, information from within the club indicates a final decision has not yet been made regarding the acquisition of a centre-back, because several available options are already in the squad.
According to journalist Santi Aouna, Panathinaikos has made an official offer to Baltika to acquire Nathan Gassama.
According to journalist Santi Aouna, Panathinaikos has made an official offer to Baltika to acquire Nathan Gassama.
Panathinaikos and Torino are interested in signing 25-year-old Baltika defender Nathan Gassama. It is reported that both clubs have submitted offers for the Malian international, but the Kaliningrad team rejected them because the proposed sums were low. Baltika's asking price for Gassama is €5 million. In the spring, Gassama also attracted reported interest from PAOK and AEK. Gassama joined Baltika in August 2023 and is under contract until June 2028. The defender has six caps for Mali and made 39 appearances, providing 3 assists, in the Premier Liga during the 2025/2026 season. His current Transfermarkt market value is €1.50m.
Panathinaikos and Torino are interested in signing 25-year-old Baltika defender Nathan Gassama. It is reported that both clubs have submitted offers for the Malian international, but the Kaliningrad team rejected them because the proposed sums were low. Baltika's asking price for Gassama is €5 million. In the spring, Gassama also attracted reported interest from PAOK and AEK. Gassama joined Baltika in August 2023 and is under contract until June 2028. The defender has six caps for Mali and made 39 appearances, providing 3 assists, in the Premier Liga during the 2025/2026 season. His current Transfermarkt market value is €1.50m.
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