Azzedine Ounahi set for Panathinaikos move after agreeing personal terms

Azzedine Ounahi is expected to leave Spain this summer after reaching a verbal agreement with Panathinaikos over a move, with the Greek club now working to complete the transfer quickly.

The Morocco international, who currently plays for Girona, is understood to have agreed the main details of a proposed contract with the Athens-based side. The deal would give the 24-year-old midfielder a fresh opportunity as he aims to revive his career away from Spain.

Panathinaikos have made a significant financial commitment to secure Ounahi’s services. The contract offer presented to him would make him the highest-paid player in the club’s squad, underlining the importance attached to the Morocco international and the role he is expected to play.

The Greek club see Ounahi as a central figure in their midfield and have moved decisively to persuade him to take on what would be an ambitious new challenge. Their offer reflects both his standing as a high-profile player and his reputation following Morocco’s run to the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup.

Although the agreement is currently verbal, Panathinaikos are keen to bring the operation to a conclusion as soon as possible. The immediate priority is to complete the remaining administrative details and make sure Ounahi can be registered on the club’s UEFA list before the deadline.

That time pressure means the transfer could be officially confirmed very soon, provided the final formalities are completed. For Panathinaikos, securing the move promptly would allow them to include the Morocco international in their UEFA plans without delay.

Ounahi’s proposed departure would mark the latest step in a period of uncertainty over his future. His next destination now appears likely to be Greece, where Panathinaikos are prepared to make him the best-paid member of their squad and place him at the heart of their midfield project.

The club’s willingness to make such an offer demonstrates the status they believe Ounahi holds and the influence they intend to give him. For the player, the move would represent an opportunity to relaunch his career in a new league while taking on a prominent role at one of Greece’s leading clubs.

No official announcement has yet been made, but the verbal agreement provides the basis for the transfer to proceed. Panathinaikos are now focused on completing the final paperwork and meeting the UEFA registration deadline.