Cyprus Times

DESPODOV DEPARTURE SCENARIO

Published January 17, 2026, 23:01
DESPODOV DEPARTURE SCENARIO

Reports from Bulgaria bring back the name of Kiril Despodov, the PAOK winger, with Bulgarian media linking him with a possible return to CSKA Sofia. The Bulgarian team is reportedly planning a 'transfer coup', trying to bring back the captain of the national team, whom they affectionately call the 'prodigal son'. Despodov is contracted to PAOK until the summer of 2027, but with the start of the final year of his contract this summer, CSKA believes there is a 'window' for negotiation for his return.