The desire of Mavros to play for the great AEK of the time, as well as his unlimited appreciation in the person of Barlos were enough to surpass the inexplicable and obsession of the president of Panionios, Tsolakakis to cancel the transfer.
Mavros's ambition to join AEK, along with his deep respect for Barlos, outweighed the president of Panionios's strong desire to block the move.