Little used at Lille, Cheikh Niasse was loaned to Panathinaikos last winter. Although he has become one of the key elements of this club, he is not expected to stay.
With the Greek club, the Senegalese has gained playing time and confidence, becoming one of the key elements of this formation. The Senegalese midfielder has played 15 games and Panathinaikos have decided to keep him for another season.
However, the departure of László Bölöni and the announced departure of Pierre Dreossi could change things. Greek newspapers report that the Panathinaikos sporting director will leave at the end of the season. A departure that should confirm the decision not to seek a season-long loan extension for the 21-year-old, given that it was he who helped bring him in.
If he returns to Lille, Cheikh Niasse may get some game time. The departure of Boubakary Soumaré should leave him room in midfield.
