Žan Karničnik had several options abroad, with the most prominent being Cypriot club Omonia. However, he did not want to wait any longer for firm offers. The Cypriots had already found another player for this position during this time.

Žan Karničnik was recently in advanced discussions with Omonia. The discussions were at a mature stage and most preparations for the contract to be signed were complete, but Karničnik did not sign the contract. According to reports, Omonia is prepared for the possibility that they will not be able to acquire Karničnik as a free agent and are in discussions with another player for the same position.

Žan Karničnik is a free agent as his contract with Celje has expired. He rejected a new contract offer from the Slovenian champions. According to information, only the final formalities remain before Karničnik reaches a definitive agreement with the Cypriot champions Omonia. Karničnik will play Champions League qualification matches with his new club Omonia.

Celje captain Žan Karničnik is a 31-year-old Slovenian international whose contract expires in a week. He is reportedly very close to an agreement with the current Cypriot champions, Omonia. However, the club from Nicosia has not yet made a final decision, as they are also considering 29-year-old Brazilian Igor Silva as an alternative choice. Silva is also about to become a free agent from Lorient. According to Cypriot media, Omonia has just started its pre-season preparations and plans to introduce a new right-back before the team's departure for a training camp in Poland in a week. The right-back has 47 caps and 2 goals for Slovenia. For the 2025/2026 season in the Prva Liga, Karničnik made 26 appearances, scored 1 goal, and provided 4 assists. His current Transfermarkt market value is €700k.