Barcelona Goalkeeper Iñaki Peña Transfers to Panathinaikos for Under €3 Million
Iñaki Peña, 27, is leaving FC Barcelona after 14 years to join Greek club Panathinaikos for a fee under €3 million. The goalkeeper, who lost his starting role on loan at Elche, sought consistent playing time abroad. Panathinaikos, rebuilding after Rafa Benítez’s departure, offers a long-term contract. Barcelona prioritizes saving wages. Peña will travel to Athens soon to join preseason.
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Barcelona goalkeeper Inaki Pena joins Panathinaikos for €3 million
According to a report by Marca journalist Matteo Moretto, Barcelona goalkeeper Inaki Pena has finalized his transfer to Greek club Panathinaikos. The deal is valued at approximately €3 million. Pena is expected to sign a three-year contract with an option for a fourth year. His medical examination is scheduled to take place today. The move marks the end of Pena's time at Barcelona, where he served as a backup goalkeeper. Panathinaikos, competing in the Greek Super League and European competitions, strengthens their goalkeeping options with this acquisition. The transfer window in Europe remains open, and this deal reflects ongoing squad adjustments by both clubs.
虎扑 - 足球Barcelona Goalkeeper Iñaki Peña Set to Join Panathinaikos for Under €3 Million
Barcelona goalkeeper Iñaki Peña is close to completing a transfer to Greek club Panathinaikos for a fee under €3 million, according to Diario Sport. The 27-year-old, who joined Barcelona's La Masia academy in 2012, will end his 14-year tenure at the club. Peña, who spent last season on loan at Elche, seeks more consistent playing time after struggling to secure a starting role at Barcelona amid intense competition. Panathinaikos, a historic European club, offers him a central role and broader stage. The deal satisfies both clubs, and Peña is expected to travel to Athens in the coming days to integrate before the Greek side's pre-season training begins next week. Only final formalities remain for the transfer.
虎扑 - 足球Iñaki Peña Heads to Greek League with Panathinaikos Transfer
FC Barcelona goalkeeper Iñaki Peña is finalizing his transfer to Greek club Panathinaikos, according to Jijantes FC. The 27-year-old La Masia product, who spent last season on loan at Elche, has chosen to continue his career in the Greek League. Mundo Deportivo had previously reported that Peña decided not to start preseason with Barcelona on July 13 and was open to offers outside Spain. The transfer fee is expected to be under 3 million euros. Peña, under contract with Barcelona until June 2029, knows he is not in coach Hansi Flick's plans and wanted to resolve his future quickly. This will be his second experience abroad after a loan spell at Galatasaray in Turkey during the 2021-22 season.
FútbolIñaki Peña Close to Joining Panathinaikos from Barcelona
Iñaki Peña, the 27-year-old Barcelona goalkeeper, is on the verge of completing a transfer to Greek club Panathinaikos for a fee under three million euros. The move, confirmed by journalist Juli Claramunt and SPORT, ends Peña's 14-year association with Barcelona, which began when he joined La Masia from Villarreal in 2012. Peña, who never caused internal issues despite intense competition for the starting role, performed reliably when called upon. Last season, he failed to secure the prominence he desired, prompting his decision to seek a stable opportunity elsewhere. Panathinaikos offers him an attractive project and a chance to become a key player. Peña is expected to travel in the coming days to join the Greek club's preseason, which starts next week, allowing him to integrate quickly with his new teammates.
Últimas NoticiasIñaki Peña Close to Joining Panathinaikos from Barcelona
Iñaki Peña, the 27-year-old goalkeeper from Alicante, is on the verge of leaving FC Barcelona to join Greek club Panathinaikos. The deal, valued at under three million euros, satisfies both clubs. Peña, who arrived at Barcelona's La Masia academy in 2012 from Villarreal, has spent nearly 14 years with the Catalan club. Known for his professionalism and reliable performances when called upon, he never caused internal issues despite intense competition for the starting goalkeeper role. Last season, he failed to secure the prominence he desired and decided to seek a stable opportunity elsewhere. Panathinaikos offers him an attractive project and a chance to become a key player at a historic European club. Peña is expected to travel in the coming days to join Panathinaikos' preseason, which starts next week, allowing him to adapt quickly. Pending final formalities, this transfer marks a new chapter in Athens for the goalkeeper, closing an exemplary career at Barcelona.
Últimas NoticiasIñaki Peña Nears Move to Panathinaikos from Barcelona
Barcelona goalkeeper Iñaki Peña is on the verge of joining Greek club Panathinaikos in a transfer deal worth under three million euros. The 27-year-old, who arrived at Barcelona's La Masia academy from Villarreal in 2012, is leaving after nearly 14 years at the club. Peña, known for his professionalism despite limited playing time, failed to secure a starting role last season and seeks a stable opportunity. He is expected to travel to Greece in the coming days to join Panathinaikos' preseason, with the move marking a new chapter in his career.
Últimas NoticiasBarcelona Advances Iñaki Peña's Departure as Offers from Panathinaikos and Feyenoord Emerge
FC Barcelona is pushing to finalize the departure of several players before June 30, with goalkeeper Iñaki Peña set to leave after returning from a loan spell at Elche. Peña, who has one year left on his contract, has drawn interest from two clubs outside Spain: Panathinaikos and Feyenoord. Panathinaikos, seeking a goalkeeper after Alban Lafont's departure and following a squad overhaul after Rafa Benítez's exit, is willing to offer a long-term contract with significant salary. Feyenoord sees Peña as an alternative after failing to sign Elia Caprile due to high transfer demands. Both clubs prefer a free transfer due to Peña's high salary, and Barcelona, initially hoping for a transfer fee or inclusion in a player purchase deal, now prioritizes saving the goalkeeper's wages to free up salary margin. Peña, who lost his starting role at Elche, is prioritizing a move abroad for stability and playing time.
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