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Nikolić satisfied with AEK's preparation but notes official matches differ
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Nikolić satisfied with AEK's preparation but notes official matches differ

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • AEK coach Marko Nikolić expressed satisfaction with the team's preparation but noted official matches present a different challenge.
  • Nikolić is open to further squad reinforcements if a player can add significant quality, but will rely on the current roster for upcoming Super Cup and Champions League qualifiers.
  • The team is preparing for more demanding games after a preseason win against Athens Kallithea.

Marko Nikolić, AEK's coach, stated he is pleased with the team's preseason performance but acknowledged that official matches will be more demanding. Following a victory against Athens Kallithea, Nikolić indicated that the team is entering a more challenging phase of their preparation.

I am satisfied with the preparation, but the official matches are different. Now the action begins. Now we will see our condition.

— Marko NikolićDescribing the transition from preseason to official matches.

Regarding potential new signings, Nikolić left the door open for additions if a player can bring added quality to the squad. However, he emphasized that for the upcoming Super Cup and Champions League qualifiers, the team will rely on its current players. "Friendlies are friendlies," Nikolić said. "We wanted to play this match to get into the Greek atmosphere, with our fans. We played with 22 players. I am satisfied with the preparation, but the official matches are different. Now the action begins. Now we will see our condition."

It is always possible. We are always open in the transfer window. It's not about quantity. It's about upgrading in some position.

— Marko NikolićDiscussing potential new signings.

Nikolić also addressed the transfer window, stating, "It is always possible. We are always open in the transfer window. It's not about quantity. It's about upgrading in some position." He reiterated his confidence in the current squad for the Super Cup and playoffs, concluding, "We are relying on this team for the Super Cup and playoffs."

We are relying on this team for the Super Cup and playoffs.

— Marko NikolićExpressing confidence in the current squad.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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