Veteran Esteban Cambiasso signs for Olympiakos

Athens: Former Argentina midfielder Esteban Cambiasso has joined Greek champions Olympiakos Piraeus after leaving Leicester City at the end of last season, the Super League club said on Friday.

The 34-year-old, who decided not to renew his contract at Leicester having helped them stay in the Premier League, has penned a one-year deal with the option of a further year.

“Olympiakos announces the start of its cooperation with Argentine footballer Esteban Cambiasso,” the Greek club said in a brief statement on their website (www.olympiacos.org).

Cambiasso was greeted by enthusiastic fans with flares and fireworks on his arrival at the club’s offices to sign his contract after successfully completing a medical.