Where will the written-off Benjamin Verbič play in Athens? APOEL offered too little, while the Turks, whom he once already rejected, continue to persist
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One of those Slovenian footballers currently in a club but not satisfied with his status is Benjamin Verbič. The winger from Vojnik is sidelined in Greece, with coach Diego Alonso making it clear that he no longer counts on him, a fact confirmed by his exclusion from the European squad. If Benjamin Verbič stays at Panathinaikos, he faces a season without football, which could have dire implications for his national team status.
However, all is not lost yet. Although a transfer to Cyprus, where APOEL had shown interest, fell through because the club from Nicosia was unwilling to cover a significant portion of Verbič’s salary as demanded by PAO, the former Celje player still has another option. The question is whether he is willing to reconsider.
Gaziantep knocked on Verbič’s door a few weeks ago, but the player initially rejected the opportunity, citing his reluctance to move so far from home. Now, Gaziantep has returned with what seems to be one of the last opportunities for Benjamin Verbič. Turkish media report that Panathinaikos has set the same condition for the Turks as it did for the Cypriots: if they want Verbič, they must cover his full salary.
APOEL did not agree to this and offered significantly less, according to Greek reports. Gaziantep is said to have accepted the Greeks’ demand, and it now seems that the decision lies with the 30-year-old player. However, time is running out, as the summer transfer window in Turkey closes on Friday.
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Author: editorial Football Planet
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