"Anorthosis are close to securing the league title. I hope my team will end the campaign as winners to allow me participate in the Champions League," Azmi said.

"Taking part in such a prestigious competition may pave the way for me to move to a bigger club," he told FilGoal.com on Thursday.

Successful Adventure

Azmi insists his adventure abroad was a success despite being criticized for failing to secure a move to a high-profile team.

"I did not fail abroad; who says so has personal problems with me. I played great matches with PAOK Saloniki and contributed to their victories in Greece."

"My displays with PAOK earned me a call-up to Egypt national team. I also received a hefty offer from Saudi side Al-Shabab to join them," he added.

The former Zamalek man completed a move to the Saudi outfit, but it turned out to be a nightmare for him.

"Al-Shabab registered four foreigners in their squad although they could only field three players. That's why I decided to depart because I wasn't given much playing time.

The 25-year-old joined Anorthosis in December after terminating his contract with Al-Shabab by mutual consent.