PAOK remains attentive to the situation of right-back Rubén Sánchez. Alessio Lisci, who managed him at Mirandés, reportedly backs him. The player is also in very advanced negotiations with Elche, with only small details remaining. However, Espanyol is the main obstacle to a transfer, as they are unwilling to let the player depart for a fee that is not close to one million euros. The player's contract ends in 2027.