Panathinaikos close to sealing Ounahi deal

Panathinaikos have taken a significant step towards re-signing Moroccan international Azzedine Ounahi, having reached a verbal agreement with Girona regarding the midfielder's transfer, according to Foot Mercato.

According to the same source, the Greek club is close to completing the deal, as negotiations between the two parties advance, while Panathinaikos awaits the completion of the remaining procedures before the official announcement of the player's return to their ranks.

The deal has a special significance for Azzedine Ounahi, who previously played for Panathinaikos during the 2024-2025 season, when he was on loan with the Greek side, making his return to the club a resumption of a previous experience.

Ajax have entered the race to sign Moroccan midfielder Azzedine Ounahi, but his delay in making a decision has given Panathinaikos the upper hand in negotiations, allowing the Greek club to get closer to completing the deal.

In an effort to persuade the player, Panathinaikos made a financial offer that includes granting Ounahi the highest salary within the team, in a move that reflects the desire to secure his return and strengthen the club's ranks with his services.

Panathinaikos are currently working to expedite negotiations and finalize the last details of the deal, especially as the club wishes to register Azzedine Ounahi with UEFA, allowing him to participate in their European campaign.

Thus, the official announcement of Azzedine Ounahi's transfer to Panathinaikos is now tied to the completion of final procedures, paving the way for the Moroccan international's return to the Greek side and embarking on a new experience in their shirt.