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Benitez Initiates Roster Overhaul at Panathinaikos – 9+1 Players on the List

Published January 13, 2026, 12:08
Benitez Initiates Roster Overhaul at Panathinaikos – 9+1 Players on the List

Panathinaikos is undergoing a roster overhaul, with Rafa Benitez already clarifying which players he does not count on. The goal is to significantly reduce the number of players in training from February 1st. Bartlomiej Dragowski is the latest player to leave the team. Filip Mladenovic, Karol Swiderski, Daniel Mancini, Tony Vilena, Elton Fikaj, and Giorgos Nikas are on the list of players who will depart. The administration is seeking solutions for player contracts or their transfer through sale or loan.