Marinakis and Maribor: Potential Takeover and Alafouzos Connection

According to reports, Evangelos Marinakis is considering adding Maribor to his network of clubs. Maribor is owned by Acun Ilicali, who maintains friendly relations with Giannis Alafouzos.

Evangelos Marinakis already owns Olympiacos, Nottingham Forest, and Rio Ave. Reports from Slovenia suggest he is seriously considering investing in Maribor, a club with 16 league titles.

The report states that Marinakis has begun planning to upgrade the team. The current owner, Acun Ilicali, is reportedly facing financial problems, with delays in payments to partners and employees.

Maribor was previously known for its financial consistency, but now faces significant financial issues.