APOEL resolves transfer embargo and signs Antonin Barak

APOEL Nicosia officially announced the signing of Czech midfielder Antonin Barak from Fiorentina on September 4, 2026. This move follows a previously failed negotiation attempt in July. The club successfully cleared a FIFA transfer embargo by settling outstanding financial obligations towards player El Arabi, allowing the team to proceed with squad registrations.

Following the removal of the embargo, APOEL is moving to register new players including Oliver Zeljka and Alvaro Carrillo, who may be available for the match against AEL on September 6. Reports regarding the registration timeline for Barak and Tasos Bakasetas vary; while some sources suggest they will be ready for upcoming matches, others note they are scheduled for registration in the coming week. The club expects these additions to significantly strengthen the roster for the current competitive season.