Transfer negotiations between AEL Limassol and Ordabasy for Léo Natel reach an impasse

Negotiations regarding the transfer of Brazilian forward Léo Natel from AEL Limassol to the Kazakh club Ordabasy Shymkent have effectively collapsed. According to reports from the Kazakh outlet asnews.kz on March 24, 2026, the discussions between the two clubs have stalled due to an inability to reach an agreement on financial terms. AEL Limassol confirmed previously that while there was official interest in the player, the proposals received were deemed unsatisfactory. As a result of this impasse, Ordabasy has reportedly shifted its focus toward other candidates to bolster its attack. The primary target for the Kazakh side is now the 28-year-old Nigerian forward Francis Eze, who currently plays for the Turkish club Ankara Keçiörengücü. Statistics for Eze this season include 11 goals and 7 assists in 30 matches. It remains to be seen whether this development signals the definitive end of Natel's potential departure from the Cypriot team.