The transfer period for English clubs will end at 8:00 pm today when we will know for sure whether Bulgarian football star Dimitar Berbatov will set off to ... Thessaloniki. The Greek sports media report that it is very likely that the former Monaco striker will sign a contract with local PAOK. The closure of the transfer period does not affect Berbatov but PAOK must officially present its new composition this afternoon.
The coach of the Thessalonians, Ivan Savidis, is the subject of much criticism on the part of fans, but also of commentators, for having failed to attract a popular player in their team. For this reason, there are high expectations that he is preparing a surprise move associated with the 34-year-old Bulgarian.
Of course, the financial side of things is still open, as PAOK will have to secure the sum of 1.3 million euro for the purchase of Berbatov, as well as funds for bonuses for the good game of the striker.
The negotiations between Olympiakos of Athens and the Bulgarian star were at a very advanced stage weeks ago but did not end up with a signed contract.