01-26-2021, 02:44 PM
Ex-Arsenal defender, Sokratis Papastathopoulos joins Olympiacos on free transfer after Gunners contract was terminated (photos)
Former Arsenal defender, Sokratis Papastathopoulos has officially joined Olympiacos on a deal until the summer of 2023
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The 32-year-old Greek international had been looking for a new club after his contract was terminated by the Gunners by mutual consent last week.
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Now, Sokratis has returned to his homeland to sign for Olympiacos on a free transfer after ending his Arsenal contract six months early. He's signed a two-and-a-half year contract with Olympiacos and is expected to earn €1.5million a year, including bonuses.
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Taking to social media after leaving Arsenal, he said: "One of the most enjoyable times in my career ended today.
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"It has been an honour to wear the Arsenal shirt and I want to thank all the coaches, team-mates, staff and fans around the world for the love and respect they have given me.
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"I gave everything for Arsenal and Arsenal also gave me a lot.
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"I wish you all the best health and success always. Thank you Arsenal."
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Sokratis made 69 appearances for Arsenal, helping the team reach the final of the Europa League in 2019 and win the FA Cup last summer.
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Former Arsenal defender, Sokratis Papastathopoulos has officially joined Olympiacos on a deal until the summer of 2023
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The 32-year-old Greek international had been looking for a new club after his contract was terminated by the Gunners by mutual consent last week.
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Now, Sokratis has returned to his homeland to sign for Olympiacos on a free transfer after ending his Arsenal contract six months early. He's signed a two-and-a-half year contract with Olympiacos and is expected to earn €1.5million a year, including bonuses.
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Taking to social media after leaving Arsenal, he said: "One of the most enjoyable times in my career ended today.
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"It has been an honour to wear the Arsenal shirt and I want to thank all the coaches, team-mates, staff and fans around the world for the love and respect they have given me.
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"I gave everything for Arsenal and Arsenal also gave me a lot.
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"I wish you all the best health and success always. Thank you Arsenal."
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Sokratis made 69 appearances for Arsenal, helping the team reach the final of the Europa League in 2019 and win the FA Cup last summer.
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