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Player Waives Contract and Leaves Panathinaikos

Published January 16, 2026, 16:07
Player Waives Contract and Leaves Panathinaikos

Giorgos Nikas has decided to leave Panathinaikos, as he is not in the plans of coach Rafa Benítez and has not received sufficient playing time. Nikas has already bid farewell to his teammates at Koropi. The player's contract with Panathinaikos runs until 2027, however, he has chosen to waive the funds from the final year of his contract to the club in order to gain the freedom to seek a team where he will have more opportunities to play. This decision demonstrates his desire to continue his career in an environment where he can contribute more.