Mayer offered, Mendilibar said no
Lovro Mayer was proposed to Olympiacos but the move did not go forward (1). Mendilibar wants different characteristics in midfield and Mayer did not fit the profile. Petar Stanić remains on the list as a midfield target (1).
Tadic ready to face you Tuesday
Dusan Tadic made his NEC debut and wants to start against Olympiacos in the Champions League third qualifying round first leg on Tuesday (2) (4). The Serbian was direct: "We have to qualify for the Champions League" (4).
NEC lost their dress rehearsal
NEC fell 1–2 to Sevilla in their final warm-up before facing Olympiacos (6). That was Tadic's home debut. A loss, a shaky backline, and the first leg is three days away.
Defensive crisis at NEC
NEC are dealing with injuries at the back ahead of the trip to Piraeus (5). Key defenders are doubtful for Tuesday. Your attack could find gaps early.
More names on the transfer radar
Gazzetta reporter Tomaras outlined the latest Olympiacos transfer situation, with Salah Eddine, Tiknizyan, and a new midfield name all in the mix (3). The club is still active as the window shapes Mendilibar's squad.
