Mattia De Sciglio's transfer to Iraklis cancelled due to failed medical

On June 29, 2026, the planned transfer of Italian defender Mattia De Sciglio to the Greek club Iraklis fell through. The 33-year-old player, who was targeted by head coach Walter Mazzarri, failed to pass the mandatory medical examinations required to finalize the deal. De Sciglio, a former Juventus and AC Milan player, recently became a free agent following his loan spell at Empoli. Despite his extensive background, including 40 caps for the Italian national team and numerous domestic titles, Iraklis decided to discontinue negotiations based on the medical results. The club is now actively searching for alternative options to strengthen their defensive line. This move was initially seen as a major acquisition for Iraklis under the leadership of Mazzarri, given their previous working relationship.