Vasilis Papafotis departs AEL Limassol after six years

Cypriot midfielder Vasilis Papafotis has officially departed AEL Limassol following a mutual agreement to terminate his contract. The club announced the separation on July 26, 2026, marking the end of a six-year tenure that began in 2020. During his time at the club, Papafotis served as team captain, appearing in 133 matches where he scored nine goals and provided eight assists.

Following the announcement, Papafotis released a heartfelt statement expressing his gratitude toward the club, staff, and fans for their support, particularly during his recovery from a serious injury. While AEL officially confirmed the exit, reports from July 26 indicated that the player is expected to continue his professional career with Krasava ENY Ypsonas. Both the club and the player acknowledged the strong emotional bond formed during his time with the team.