Imran Louza signs until 2029
Panathinaikos announced the signing of Imran Louza from Watford. The 27-year-old Moroccan midfielder has put pen to paper on a contract through 2029 (1). Reports put the fee at around £7 million for a four-year deal (3). Watford confirmed the move (4).
Louza: the project sold me
Louza did not hide his excitement. "The club's project enthused me. I can't wait to play in front of our fans," he said (2). You go into Monday's trip to Levadiakos with a new option in midfield.
Neestrup on Europe
Coach Jacob Neestrup put the ambition plainly: "Europe is part of Panathinaikos' identity" (5). The signing of Louza fits that direction.
Fan reactions
Supporters on r/Panathinaikos welcomed the Louza announcement, with several threads celebrating the depth he adds to midfield. The mood is upbeat after the 0–0 draw against Kifisia last Sunday. Some fans have already moved on to tracking the Ounahi to Ajax situation as the next bit of business to watch.
