Olympiacos transfer round-up: Pursuing new right-back, Podence keen on staying in Greece
Recently, there's been buzz about potential signings for Olympiacos, particularly focusing on defense, and a loanee's wish to stay in Greece
By Manuel Meza
Welcome, Playing For 90 readers! This time, let's delve into the latest and most notable market rumors surrounding Olympiacos. The Legend is in good spirits after eliminating Maccabi Tel Aviv from the Europa Conference League and advancing to the quarter-finals, reaching this stage of a UEFA competition for the first time since the 1998-1999 season.
As club football returns - with the international break just around the corner - some intriguing reports have emerged regarding potential signings for the Red-and-Whites. Without further ado, let's get into it.
Giorgos Liavas from Panetolikos
According to NovaSports, Olympiacos is considering signing right-back Giorgos Liavas from Panetolikos. This potential move aims to provide support for Rodinei and secure a long-term solution for the position.
Liavas has had a solid season with Panetolikos, ranking third among all right-backs in Greece according to Wyscout. With 7 goal contributions in all competitions, including 2 goals and 5 assists, Liavas could be a valuable addition to the team.
Mateus Alexandre from Cuiabá
Reports from Brazil (h/t Sport24.gr) suggest that Olympiacos is interested in Brazilian right-back Mateus Alexandre from Cuiabá. This 25-year-old player has caught the attention of several clubs, including Olympiacos, as well as teams from England and Portugal.
Mateus Alexandre, who can also play as a defensive midfielder and center-back, has accumulated 109 professional appearances, demonstrating his versatility on the field.
Daniel Podence's future at Olympiacos
According to Sport24.gr, Daniel Podence wishes to remain at Olympiacos beyond this season. Podence feels at home in Piraeus, a sentiment he has repeatedly shared on social media.
This is excellent news for the Red-and-Whites, considering that the majority of fans also want him to stay permanently. Podence's recent form has been a significant boost to the team's success both in the league and in the current UEFA Europa Conference League campaign.
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With these transfer rumors in mind, Olympiacos fans eagerly anticipate potential new signings and strengthening the team for upcoming challenges. Stay tuned as we keep you updated on all the latest developments in the world of football.