Panathinaikos reaches agreement for the transfer of Imran Louza

Panathinaikos has secured a verbal agreement with Watford for the acquisition of 27-year-old Moroccan international midfielder Imran Louza. The deal follows the club's search for a central midfielder capable of playing both the '8' and '6' roles, a need that intensified following the imminent departure of Adam Gnezda Cerin. The Greek club reportedly made a significant financial investment to secure the player, who served as the captain of the English side during the previous season.

Louza is expected to arrive in Athens shortly to undergo medical examinations and finalize his contract. Upon completion of the required procedures, he will sign a deal for three plus one years. This acquisition is seen as a strategic move to bolster the squad's options under manager Nistrup. The club's scouting department had been monitoring the player for several months, identifying him as a key target due to his performance in the English Championship, where he notably contributed seven goals last season.