APOEL reaches preliminary agreement with Zisis Vryzas for sporting director role
APOEL Nicosia has announced a preliminary two-year agreement to appoint Greek official Zisis Vryzas as the club's new sporting director. The official announcement was made early on June 7, 2026, with the contract expected to be finalized after the completion of necessary procedures. Vryzas, a former professional player and member of the Euro 2004-winning Greek national team, previously held administrative roles at PAOK. Simultaneously, the club is undergoing a restructuring phase, including ongoing discussions regarding a potential investment proposal led by Savvas Liasis. While some reports suggested the club is also evaluating a new head coach, with Nikos Papadopoulos identified as a candidate, no final decisions have been disclosed. Club representatives emphasize that the current investment framework aims to preserve APOEL's identity, history, and symbols. The club is currently seeking to stabilize its management and competitive planning ahead of the new season.