AEK Athens Warns Kings Kangwa Playing Could Jeopardize Transfer Deal

While Hapoel Be'er Sheva claims Kings Kangwa will play Tuesday against Vikingur despite no finalized transfer, sources close to AEK Athens say his participation could end the deal. The Greek champions want Kangwa to be eligible for the Champions League playoff stage, which begins after Be'er Sheva's earlier qualifying round. AEK insists Kangwa must be able to play in the playoff to complete the transfer, rejecting the scenario where he plays now but cannot be registered for the playoffs, only for the Europa League group stage. Sources near AEK say terms with Kangwa are agreed and the player is pushing for an immediate move to avoid missing the transfer window. Greek media report a transfer fee agreement exists between AEK and Be'er Sheva, but the sticking point is Be'er Sheva's demand that Kangwa plays both matches against Vikingur before leaving. This conflicts with AEK's need for him to be available for their Champions League playoff matches, creating the current impasse. The situation remains unresolved as the clubs negotiate over the next 24 hours.