Ajax withdraws from Ounahi deal as Panathinaikos push to secure him

Azzedine Ounahi's future has taken a new turn as Ajax have decided to withdraw from the race to sign him, despite reaching a verbal agreement with the player, according to the latest information coming from the Netherlands and Spain.

Spanish journalist Iván Kiros confirmed that Ajax have chosen not to continue negotiations regarding the signing of Moroccan midfielder Azzedine Ounahi, while Girona are still open to his departure but are waiting for stronger financial offers to agree to his release.

In light of Ajax distancing themselves from the deal, PSV Eindhoven's name has come back into the spotlight, coinciding with Greek side Panathinaikos entering the negotiations strongly, as the Greek club seeks to exploit the player's situation to secure the transfer in their favor.

Reports from Greece suggest that Panathinaikos are ready to offer Azzedine Ounahi a high salary, potentially making him the highest-paid player in the Greek league. This move reflects the club's desire to end the competition for the services of the Moroccan international.

Thus, Azzedine Ounahi's future remains open to several scenarios, especially with the transfer market in the Netherlands nearing its closure, while Panathinaikos has a longer period to act and complete negotiations, as their deadline extends until the middle of next month.