Olympiacos and Thomas Walkup in dispute as player seeks release
Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- American basketball player Thomas Walkup has unilaterally terminated his contract with Greek club Olympiacos, seeking immediate release.
- Olympiacos disputes Walkup's action, asserting his contract is valid until the summer of 2027.
- The club expects Walkup to return for scheduled medical and fitness tests on August 20 and warns of legal action if he fails to comply.
The relationship between American basketball player Thomas Walkup and Greek club Olympiacos has reportedly reached a breaking point, with the player formally notifying the club of his decision to unilaterally terminate his contract and demanding immediate release.
However, Olympiacos disputes Walkup's move, maintaining that his contract remains valid and extends until the summer of 2027. The club has made it clear that they expect the American guard to return to Greece as scheduled on Thursday, August 20, for his planned medical examinations and fitness tests in preparation for the new season.
Olympiacos has issued a stern warning, stating that if Walkup fails to meet his obligations and return to the team, the club is prepared to pursue all legal avenues to protect its rights. The club's official statement emphasized that the player's contract is indeed in effect until the summer of 2027 and that they reserve the right to use every legal means to safeguard their interests.
Olympiacos unequivocally states that the athlete's contract is valid until the summer of 2027. Consequently, we expect him back in Greece on Thursday, August 20, for the scheduled medical and fitness examinations. In the event of non-compliance, Olympiacos reserves the right to utilize all legal means to protect its rights.
Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.