AEK has identified Nikola Moro as a primary target for the midfield position 'six'. However, the transfer situation is complex, and the club is eager to finalize the acquisition before their match against Anderlecht in Belgium. AEK has made multiple contacts and approaches to secure a midfielder, including Moro, to be registered for their European matches.

AEK made a new attempt to acquire Nikola Moro from Bologna, but Bologna rejected the latest offer. Bologna's demands were far from the 5 million euros AEK was willing to offer for the Croatian midfielder. Despite the player's positive attitude and his conversation with Domagoj Vida, AEK has to look for other options as time is pressing.

Nikola Moro is reportedly on the verge of joining AEK Athens, as noted by the Croatian website 'dnevno.hr', which highlights the surprise surrounding his decision to opt for the Greek club. Although there were earlier speculations about a potential return to Croatia, particularly to Hajduk, Moro is now in the final stages of negotiations with AEK. The primary reason for his departure from Bologna is his dissatisfaction with the amount of playing time he received, coupled with his ambition to secure a spot on Croatia's final roster for the 2026 World Cup. AEK has expressed significant interest and is prepared to pay 5 million euros, a sum that Bologna reportedly finds acceptable. Furthermore, AEK has proposed a considerably better contract than his existing one in Italy. Domagoj Vida has been instrumental in persuading his fellow countryman to select AEK, assuring him that it would be a decision he would not regret.

Bologna is eager to finalize the transfer of Croatian midfielder Nikola Moro quickly. The club wants to free up his contract to secure his replacement, Nicolussi Caviglia. AEK Athens is also keen to expedite the process to acquire Moro. Bologna values Moro at five million euros but may accept a lower fee due to their urgency to sell.