Eager to downsize at the left-back position, ASSE are set to recover Greek defender Alexandros Katranis first.
If Claude Puel hopes to be able to bring in a left side (Opéri, Giannoulis…), AS Saint-Etienne has for the moment to contend with a big traffic jam at this post. In addition to Timothée Kolodziejczak (who would prefer to play in the axis …), the Greens coach has to deal with Gabriel Silva and Miguel Trauco.
Currently, ASSE is mainly looking to exfiltrate its Peruvian side, targeted in Greece, but a new problem will arise in the coming days. Indeed, as he announced on his Instagram account, Alexandros Katranis (22) returns to Forez after his 18-month loan.
Katranis, episode 2 is starting now …
Plagued by serious financial difficulties, Atromitos are unable to keep their full-back, who appeared 30 times last season (4 Europa League appearances). Under contract until June 2022, Katranis returns to Saint-Etienne … where he could even have an unexpected recovery opportunity, he who had not played a minute during his first visit.
If the “EVECT” site is to be believed, Claude Puel would indeed like to see it at work before making a final decision. Several Greek clubs, including PAOK Salonika (the Giannoulis club), are interested in the Saint-Etienne left-hander. If it does not suit Puel, Alexandros Katranis can still be included in a barter …
On his Instagram account, Alexandros #Katranis announced his return to Saint-Étienne.
As a reminder, the player had been on loan for 2 years. The future will tell if Claude #Puel intends to test the Greek full-back or find a way out. pic.twitter.com/wp048mUt72– Green & White (@VertEtBIanc) August 2, 2020