Four European clubs eye Armenian defender Nair Tiknizyan

Armenia international defender Nair Tiknizyan has reportedly attracted interest from four European clubs — Italy’s Como, the Netherlands’ Ajax, France’s Lens, and Greece’s Olympiacos.

Tiknizyan, who plays for Serbian champions Crvena Zvezda, is under contract until June 2028. Journalist Ekrem Konur suggests the Belgrade side may struggle to resist approaches for the 25‑year‑old, who has become a mainstay in their defence.

Since joining Crvena Zvezda in the summer of 2025, Tiknizyan has made a significant impact. Last season he appeared in 47 matches across all competitions, scoring once and providing seven assists. His current market value is estimated at €7 million by Transfermarkt.