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Greek football icon Giorgos Karagounis has stirred excitement in the local football scene by suggesting that Cristiano Ronaldo should consider joining Panathinaikos if he decides to leave Al-Nassr. With Ronaldo's contract set to expire at the end of the current season and no renewal confirmed, speculation continues to swirl around his next move. While links to Major League Soccer have gained traction, Karagounis has introduced a bold idea: a move to Greece’s Super League and one of its most historic clubs.
Karagounis, who played for Inter Milan and captained Greece to their historic Euro 2004 win, has a deep-rooted connection to Panathinaikos.The club has a legacy of attracting big names, including Gilberto Silva and Michael Essien. According to Karagounis, Ronaldo would be a perfect addition to this legacy and would significantly boost the club’s profile. Panathinaikos is currently on a mission to return to domestic and European prominence, and a signing like Ronaldo would symbolize that ambition.
He's already worn green with Sporting so why not with Panathinaikos: Greek legend hopes for shock move to Greece
In a recent interview with Spin Genie, Karagounis playfully suggested, “I’m not sure if we’ll ever see Cristiano Ronaldo at Wrexham, but I’d love to see him in Greece with Panathinaikos.” He continued by emphasizing the stature of both the player and the club, hinting at how well such a partnership could work. His comments quickly made waves among Panathinaikos supporters, fuelling dreams of a blockbuster signing.
Karagounis also pointed to Ronaldo’s history with Sporting Lisbon, drawing a connection between Ronaldo’s early career and Panathinaikos’s iconic green colours. “He’s already worn green with Sporting so why not with Panathinaikos? I’d love to see it,” he said. While a move of this scale would face challenges particularly financial; Karagounis’s remarks have offered fans a moment of optimism and highlighted Greece’s love for the beautiful game.
