Apoel FC officially signs Angel Garcia as club updates roster
Apoel FC has officially announced the acquisition of Spanish defender Angel Garcia, who moves to Nicosia after leaving AEK Larnaca. The 34-year-old former Real Madrid academy player joined AEK in 2021 and served as team captain, featuring in 152 matches over five years. Reports previously linked Apoel to Joan Sastre, another Spanish defender recently departed from PAOK, though the club confirmed the deal for Garcia. Apoel's management and coaching staff, led by Zisis Vryzas and Nikos Papadopoulos, view the signing as a key reinforcement for the team's defensive line. Meanwhile, local rival AEL Limassol has commenced pre-season training under coach Hugo Martins as they continue to reshape their squad for the upcoming campaign. AEL is currently evaluating several potential defensive additions, including Andreas Karo and Venezuelan player Mikel Villanueva. The transfer window remains active as both clubs look to address specific roster needs before the new season begins.