Reports suggest Xavi Roca may return as AEK Larnaca sporting director

Recent reports in Cyprus indicate that Xavi Roca is the leading candidate to return as the sporting director of AEK Larnaca. This potential move follows the return of Andros Karapatakis to the club's presidency, as he maintains strong confidence in the Catalan specialist. Although some media outlets suggest an agreement is imminent, official club sources have remained non-committal. On April 20 and 21, 2026, AEK spokesperson Kyriakos Dimitriou declined to confirm or deny the rumors, stating that the club is currently focused on the remainder of the competitive season. The management is reportedly planning for the upcoming season, with final decisions expected once the championship concludes in approximately one month. Despite some internal opposition, the club's leadership considers Roca's previous tenure at the club to be successful. As of now, the club has not issued a formal announcement regarding his hiring.