APOEL appoints Panagiotis Giannou as technical director and discusses Konstantinos Laifis's future
APOEL FC has officially appointed Panagiotis Giannou as the new technical director of its youth academy, citing a goal to modernize the club's infrastructure. Giannou, who previously worked with Pafos FC and AEK Larnaca, holds a UEFA A Elite Youth coaching diploma. Simultaneously, the club faces a significant decision regarding the future of 33-year-old defender Konstantinos Laifis. APOEL has offered Laifis a contract extension until 2029, as his current deal is valid until May 2027. Media reports suggest that Laifis is unlikely to accept the offer, prompting interest from other clubs, particularly AEK Larnaca. Reports indicate AEK Larnaca is preparing a potential offer exceeding 400,000 euros if the player rejects the extension. Additionally, Omonia has been mentioned as another team interested in the defender. Final decisions regarding Laifis are expected imminently, as APOEL continues its broader restructuring efforts.