On 1 September 2021, Ternana announced the acquisition of 20-year-old central midfielder Ilias Koutsoupias on long-season loan from Virtus Entella.
Although there was a lot of interest from Serie A clubs and the former Bologna midfielder was ready for the big step, it seems that this will take a year longer.
[3] On 12 March 2022, he scored his first goal with the club in a 2–0 home win game against Cosenza Calcio.
[6] On 18 July 2024, Koutsoupias signed a contract with Catanzaro for three seasons, with an option for a fourth.
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