Stefano Okaka stated in an interview with the Italian website 'lacasadic' that he is training with Iraklis and hopes for a positive outcome so he can sign with the club. Okaka is participating in Iraklis' preseason preparation in Ptolemaida and is being evaluated by Walter Mazzarri. Okaka said his meeting with Walter Mazzarri, with whom he previously cooperated at Watford, was a significant motivating factor for him to try out for Iraklis.

Forward Stefano Okaka played last season for Ravenna, a third division team in Italy. He is expected to travel to Thessaloniki to undergo a trial with Iraklis, according to Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio.

Ravenna has announced its separation from forward Stefano Okaka, who is leaving after one season. The club thanked Stefano Okaka and wished him the best for his future. Okaka is a 36-year-old Italian international with 5 caps and 1 goal for his country. According to Transfermarkt, he is currently valued at €100k.