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A group of five major Cypriot football clubs issued a joint statement following their meeting with the Tax Commissioner yesterday, clarifying their stance on overdue debts to the state and calling out certain actions they deem disruptive to the ongoing dialogue.
AEL, Anorthosis, APOEL, Apollon, and Ethnikos Achnas met with the Tax Commissioner to discuss the repayment of overdue debts to the state. In their statement, the clubs emphasized that they are not seeking debt forgiveness or preferential treatment—only a reasonable and feasible solution for repaying the amounts owed. They also expressed their hope for the government's position on their proposal, which they believe is fair and achievable.
However, the statement took a sharp turn when it addressed the issue of Omonia’s presence at the meeting. The clubs made it clear that they were not happy with the positions being put forward by Omonia, specifically calling out what they referred to as “attempts to create impressions” at the expense of their own efforts, as well as the government’s attempts to find a resolution. The clubs argue that these moves appear to be motivated by ulterior motives aimed at disorienting public opinion, rather than contributing to a genuine solution.
“We do not need 'monitors' in our meetings, as no agreement will be made in secret,” the statement declared. It went on to clarify that the presence of the president of the Cyprus Football Association (KOP) was requested not as a form of oversight, but to demonstrate their commitment to working together and ensuring that the Cyprus Football Association plays a key role in overseeing the solution's implementation.
The clubs’ strong message highlights both their desire for transparency and their frustration with what they perceive as disruptive forces. As the Cypriot football community awaits a resolution to the debt issue, tensions continue to rise over the political and public dynamics surrounding these discussions.
