APOEL restructuring under Zisis Vryzas and search for new head coach
APOEL FC has officially parted ways with head coach Pablo Garcia as the club begins a major restructuring for the upcoming season. Zisis Vryzas has been appointed as the new athletic director, arriving in Cyprus on June 10, 2026, to oversee team planning. Nikos Papadopoulos is currently the primary candidate for the head coach position, following a successful season with Levadiakos. The club is also working to repatriate 24-year-old winger Stavros Gavriel, who has spent the last two and a half years in Belgium. Additionally, the administration must decide the future of Argentine player Daniel Mancini by a June 15 deadline, as current financial constraints require careful management of the budget. While the club maintains a focus on utilizing local talent to mitigate economic issues, the transition period remains challenging due to unresolved ownership and investment negotiations. The administration aims to conclude the coaching search immediately to accelerate squad preparation.