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Obstacles for Antino to Olympiacos – Mendilibar 'Pushed' Them

Published December 30, 2025, 07:30

Olympiacos is focused on preparing for the upcoming match against OFI on January 3rd for the Super Cup, the first title of the season. Coach Diego Mendilibar is emphasizing the psychological readiness of the players and presenting an improved image compared to previous matches. Despite the initial relaxation he observed in the team after the holiday break, Mendilibar expressed his dissatisfaction and demanded improvement in performance. At the same time, the team is considering transfer moves, with the name of Santino Antino resurfacing. However, the acquisition of the young winger appears difficult due to the high price set by Godoy Cruz (around 8 million euros) and interest from other clubs in Argentina and Europe. Antino's change of agency suggests a preference for a career in Europe. Specifically, clubs such as Celta and Como have expressed interest in the 19-year-old player, offering him the opportunity to play in the top leagues of Spain (La Liga) and Italy (Serie A). This increases the allure for Antino and makes his transfer to Olympiacos more complicated. In summary, Olympiacos is preparing for the Super Cup with an emphasis on psychological readiness and improved performance, while simultaneously considering transfer options, with the case of Santino Antino being difficult due to financial demands and competition from European clubs.