Maccabi Tel Aviv in advanced talks for Stelios Andreou

Maccabi Tel Aviv is currently in advanced negotiations to acquire Cypriot central defender Stelios Andreou. According to reports from both Israeli media and sport outlets as of July 4, 2026, the Israeli club is discussing options with Andreou's current team, Widzew Łódź. The proposed deal options include a permanent transfer or a loan agreement with a purchase option. Andreou, who is under contract with the Polish club until 2029, previously gained significant experience with 120 appearances in the Belgian league for Charleroi. Industry experts value the defender at approximately 2 million euros, though Transfermarkt notes a recent decline in his market valuation. Sources indicate that finalizing the transfer will be challenging due to the player's high market value and interest from other European clubs. The move is part of Maccabi Tel Aviv's stated goal to strengthen its defensive line.