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Taxiarchis Fountas Transfer from OFI to Aris
Gazzetta.gr reports that despite significant efforts from Aris, Taxiarchis Fountas has agreed to remain at OFI until 2029.
Gazzetta.gr reports that despite significant efforts from Aris, Taxiarchis Fountas has agreed to remain at OFI until 2029.
Taxiarchis Fountas was the subject of recent strong links with Aris and it appeared his transfer to Thessaloniki would take place, but the move will not happen.
Taxiarchis Fountas was the subject of recent strong links with Aris and it appeared his transfer to Thessaloniki would take place, but the move will not happen.
According to Gazzetta.gr, Aris and Taxiarchis Fountas are in talks seeking a final agreement. Fountas has had consecutive discussions with Aris and has not accepted OFI's offer for a new contract. Discussions are ongoing and final decisions are expected during the coming week.
According to Gazzetta.gr, Aris and Taxiarchis Fountas are in talks seeking a final agreement. Fountas has had consecutive discussions with Aris and has not accepted OFI's offer for a new contract. Discussions are ongoing and final decisions are expected during the coming week.
Taxiarchis Fountas is a long-standing target for Aris, having been considered for a third consecutive summer. The circumstances are different this year as he is becoming a free agent after leaving OFI. Yesterday, Fountas had a meeting with Karypidis in Athens, where the Aris representative explained what the club could offer. There is a financial gap, as Fountas, according to the reporter's sources, wants more than 400,000 euros. This was only the first conversation, and more discussions are expected to follow.
Taxiarchis Fountas is a long-standing target for Aris, having been considered for a third consecutive summer. The circumstances are different this year as he is becoming a free agent after leaving OFI. Yesterday, Fountas had a meeting with Karypidis in Athens, where the Aris representative explained what the club could offer. There is a financial gap, as Fountas, according to the reporter's sources, wants more than 400,000 euros. This was only the first conversation, and more discussions are expected to follow.
During a meeting in Athens with Theodoros Karipidis, Taxiarchis Fountas was presented with Aris' plan for the new season, which clarified that Fountas is intended for a leading role in the attacking midfield. Both sides confirmed their mutual willingness to cooperate, and the initial talks were considered very positive. Fountas is currently a free agent. Aris has made a financial offer considered to be very attractive, which is reportedly superior to the interest previously shown by OFI. The subsequent step is a meeting between Aris' sporting director, Ruben Reyes, and Fountas' representative to finalize contract terms, such as duration, salary, and bonuses.
During a meeting in Athens with Theodoros Karipidis, Taxiarchis Fountas was presented with Aris' plan for the new season, which clarified that Fountas is intended for a leading role in the attacking midfield. Both sides confirmed their mutual willingness to cooperate, and the initial talks were considered very positive. Fountas is currently a free agent. Aris has made a financial offer considered to be very attractive, which is reportedly superior to the interest previously shown by OFI. The subsequent step is a meeting between Aris' sporting director, Ruben Reyes, and Fountas' representative to finalize contract terms, such as duration, salary, and bonuses.
Taxiarchis Fountas, who is becoming a free agent from OFI, is a main option to strengthen the attacking line of Aris. Contacts between the two parties are at an advanced stage and final developments are expected within the next 24 hours, and there is optimism that the deal can be finalized.
Taxiarchis Fountas, who is becoming a free agent from OFI, is a main option to strengthen the attacking line of Aris. Contacts between the two parties are at an advanced stage and final developments are expected within the next 24 hours, and there is optimism that the deal can be finalized.
According to Gazzetta.gr, Aris submitted an official offer to Taxiarchis Fountas during a meeting in Athens between the player and Theodoros Karipidis. During the meeting, Aris expressed strong interest in a collaboration and presented the financial terms for a two-year contract. Further discussions are planned between Aris technical director Ruben Reyes and the player's agent to finalize the deal, as Taxiarchis Fountas appears positive about the prospect of joining Aris. Gazzetta.gr also reported that last summer, Aris was interested in Fountas, but his contract with OFI and the demands of the Cretan club were significant obstacles to his transfer.
According to Gazzetta.gr, Aris submitted an official offer to Taxiarchis Fountas during a meeting in Athens between the player and Theodoros Karipidis. During the meeting, Aris expressed strong interest in a collaboration and presented the financial terms for a two-year contract. Further discussions are planned between Aris technical director Ruben Reyes and the player's agent to finalize the deal, as Taxiarchis Fountas appears positive about the prospect of joining Aris. Gazzetta.gr also reported that last summer, Aris was interested in Fountas, but his contract with OFI and the demands of the Cretan club were significant obstacles to his transfer.
The transfer of Greek attacker Taxiarchis Fountas to Aris is nearly complete. According to information, a preliminary deal is in place between the two parties for the player to continue his career with the club, with only some details remaining to be finalized. Aris had targeted the 30-year-old for some time as they sought to strengthen their forward line. Fountas made 67 appearances for OFI, scoring 19 goals and providing one assist, and played a significant role in their Greek Cup victory. He joined OFI Crete in August 2024, and his contract there is scheduled to expire on June 30, 2026. Fountas has 19 caps and one goal for Greece. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €1.80m.
The transfer of Greek attacker Taxiarchis Fountas to Aris is nearly complete. According to information, a preliminary deal is in place between the two parties for the player to continue his career with the club, with only some details remaining to be finalized. Aris had targeted the 30-year-old for some time as they sought to strengthen their forward line. Fountas made 67 appearances for OFI, scoring 19 goals and providing one assist, and played a significant role in their Greek Cup victory. He joined OFI Crete in August 2024, and his contract there is scheduled to expire on June 30, 2026. Fountas has 19 caps and one goal for Greece. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €1.80m.
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