AEL’s futsal department issued a public statement regarding the reasons that led to the transfer of Taha El Kebe to APOEL, taking a dig at his consistency and professionalism.
According to the “Lions’” statement, the player missed 61 training sessions and nearly 50% of the team’s official matches—figures that, as noted, do not meet the standards set by the club.
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The Limassol team made it clear that athletic ability is not the only criterion, sending the message that discipline and respect for the jersey are non-negotiable principles.
The irony of the situation is that, although Taha El Kebe caused quite a stir at AEL, he ultimately “made amends” financially, becoming the most expensive transfer in the history of Cypriot futsal.
In detail: “AEL FUTSAL announces the completion of the transfer of player Taha El Kebe to APOEL.
The player joined our team last season as a free agent. During the season, however, his performance did not meet the standards of professionalism and consistency required by AEL, as he missed 61 training sessions and nearly 50% of the team’s official matches.
After evaluating his overall performance, the AEL FUTSAL management decided that the player is not part of the team’s competitive plans and proceeded to release him. This deal represents the largest financial transfer to date in Cypriot futsal, a fact that demonstrates that AEL always acts in the best interests of the club.
At AEL, athletic talent alone is not enough. Those who wear the prestigious jersey with its iconic circle and the three historic letters must honor it every day through their presence, consistency, discipline, and conduct.
No one is above AEL. No one is above the principles, values, and history of this great Club. The AEL jersey is not given away… it is earned and honored every day.
We wish the player all the best in his future career and remain fully committed to building a team that will worthily represent the values and history of AEL.”
