Bilal Nadir: Morocco-France midfielder linked with AEK Athens move

Bilal Nadir, the Morocco-France central midfielder currently without a club, is being linked with a move to Greek champions AEK Athens in the Super League 1. The 22-year-old left-footer is available on a free transfer and is understood to be one of the options AEK are exploring to strengthen their midfield this summer.

Nadir, who was born in Nice in November 2003 and stands at 1.79m, most recently played in Ligue 1, where he accumulated 40 appearances, scoring once and providing four assists. He also has experience in European competition, having featured in both the UEFA Champions League and Europa League, albeit briefly, adding continental exposure to his profile at a relatively young age.

With his market value last updated at €8m and having previously peaked at €9m, Nadir would represent a significant acquisition cost-free, which is likely to appeal to AEK as they seek to add depth without paying a transfer fee. His contractual status means negotiations can focus on salary and signing-on terms rather than a purchase price.

Nadir has built up consistent minutes across French domestic competitions, including league and cup games, as well as youth and lower-division football, giving him a varied grounding ahead of what could be his first move outside France. While talks have not yet progressed to an advanced stage, the midfielder’s availability and recent top-flight experience have placed him firmly on AEK’s radar as he weighs up options for the next step in his career.