Morocco international Azzedine Ounahi is set to leave Spain after reaching a verbal agreement with Panathinaikos over a move to the Greek club.
The 24-year-old midfielder, who currently plays for Girona, has agreed the main terms of a proposed contract with Panathinaikos, with the Athens-based club now working to complete the transfer as quickly as possible.
Panathinaikos have made a significant financial commitment to the Morocco international. Their proposed contract would make Ounahi the highest-paid player in the squad, underlining the importance the club places on his arrival.
The Greek side view Ounahi as a key addition to their midfield and have moved decisively to convince him to take on a new challenge in Greece.
Ounahi’s profile has been boosted by his performances for Morocco, particularly during the country’s historic run to the semi-finals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
The midfielder is now looking for an opportunity to revive his club career, with a move to Panathinaikos offering him a prominent role and the chance to become a central figure in the team.
Although an agreement has been reached verbally, the transfer has not yet been officially completed.
Panathinaikos are working to finalise the remaining administrative details, with particular attention on ensuring Ounahi can be registered on their UEFA list before the relevant deadline.
The time pressure means the club is eager to conclude the operation quickly. Any delay in completing the paperwork could affect their ability to include the midfielder in their European plans.
For Ounahi, the proposed move would bring an end to his current spell in Spain and provide a fresh start in the Greek league.
Panathinaikos’ willingness to make him their highest-paid player demonstrates the importance they attach to the transfer and the expectations surrounding his arrival.
The Morocco international would also bring considerable international and European experience to the squad, having represented his country at major tournaments and established himself as one of Morocco’s prominent midfielders.
No official announcement has been made yet, but the verbal agreement between Ounahi and Panathinaikos provides the basis for the transfer to proceed.
The Greek club’s immediate priority is now to complete the final formalities and secure Ounahi’s registration before the UEFA deadline.
