Lovro Majer is set to join AEK Athens from VfL Wolfsburg in a permanent transfer, while Andreas Skov Olsen will move to Başakşehir on loan, according to reports from Sky Germany and journalist Yagiz Sabuncuoglu.
Majer, 28, has undergone a medical with the Greek club and is expected to sign a contract that runs until 2030, with an annual salary of up to €2million. The move represents a significant step for the Croatian midfielder, who joined Wolfsburg in 2022 and has been a consistent performer despite the club’s recent struggles.
Skov Olsen’s departure will be in the form of a loan deal, with Başakşehir also holding an option to make the transfer permanent. The 24-year-old Danish winger spent the latter half of last season on loan at Glasgow Rangers, where he made a limited impact, and will be hoping for more regular playing time in Turkey. He initially joined Wolfsburg in January 2025 for a reported fee of €15million.
Both departures come as Wolfsburg prepare for life in the 2. Bundesliga following their relegation from the German top flight. The club is undergoing a period of restructuring and appears to be streamlining its squad, allowing players who may not feature prominently in their future plans to seek opportunities elsewhere. The financial implications of relegation likely also play a role in these decisions.
For AEK Athens, the acquisition of Majer adds a creative spark to their midfield, providing them with a technically gifted player capable of dictating play and contributing goals. Başakşehir, meanwhile, will be hoping that Skov Olsen can rediscover the form he showed earlier in his career and provide a threat on the wing. The loan deal allows them to assess his suitability before committing to a permanent transfer.
These moves signal a clear intent from both Greek and Turkish clubs to bolster their squads with experienced Bundesliga talent, potentially raising the competitive level of their respective leagues. The opportunity for both players to play regular first-team football could prove crucial in revitalizing their careers.
