AEK Athens loans winger Paolo Fernandes to Alanyaspor
Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- AEK Athens winger Paolo Fernandes has joined Turkish club Alanyaspor on loan.
- The 27-year-old Spanish player was not in AEK's plans for the upcoming season.
- Fernandes hopes to gain more playing time and re-establish himself in Turkey.
Spanish winger Paolo Fernandes will continue his career in Turkey, having officially joined Alanyaspor on loan from AEK Athens. The move marks a new chapter for the 27-year-old player, who was not a central figure in AEK's plans for the current season.
Alanyaspor announced the signing with a video compilation showcasing some of Fernandes's best moments, including a memorable goal in the 2023 Greek Cup final. In that match, he skillfully dribbled past an opponent before scoring in stoppage time to secure a 2-0 victory.
Fernandes made 55 appearances for AEK across all competitions, scoring 3 goals and providing 2 assists. His transfer to Alanyaspor is aimed at securing more playing time and revitalizing his career. The Turkish club has signed him for one year, with club president Hasan รavuลoฤlu present at the signing ceremony.
The move to Turkey offers Fernandes an opportunity to prove his worth and potentially return to the spotlight. His previous performances, including the decisive goal in the cup final, highlight his potential when given the chance to play.
Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.