There were rumors about Eliasson's agreement with Al Khaleej from Saudi Arabia. Eliasson has shown interest in leaving AEK and was not included in the European squad list for matches against Hapoel Be'er Sheva.

Giorgos Donis, the coach of Al Khaleej, has revealed efforts to acquire Niclas Eliasson from AEK. Donis also mentioned that Al Khaleej is attempting to sign Eliasson's teammate, Fernandes, from AEK. Specific details about the progress of the transfer were not mentioned.