Troost-Ekong pens farewell letter to PAOK FC as he moves to Saudi Arabia

Super Eagles stand-in captain at the Africa Cup of Nations and tournament’s most valuable player, William Troost-Ekong has penned a farewell to Greek side, PAOK FC after a season at the club.

The Nigerian is set to move to the Saudi Pro League to join Al Khalood and has described his season with PAOK as amazing.

In a letter addressed to the club on his X handle, Troost-Ekong expressed his delight to have been a part of the club.

‘Dear PAOK, after an amazing year and season in Thessaloniki, I want to thank everyone for the opportunity to share and be part of those moments with you.

‘I want to thank the President, club staff, medical team, General Lucescu, assistants and especially my team mates who have become family, for the belief and hard world that resulted in an unforgettable championship and special European nights.

‘To the fans, thank you for the supports through difficult times. Toumba is something special and now I understand what MONO PAOK means.

‘I wish everyone another successful season and I will continue to follow PAOK,’ he wrote.

The 30 year old featured in 24 games for the club across all competitions and scored once. He also provided one assist from his centre back position.