Cedi Osman joins PAOK on a three-year contract

PAOK Thessaloniki has officially acquired 31-year-old Turkish forward Cedi Osman on a three-year contract lasting through the 2028-29 season. The transfer involved a payment of 2 million euros to Panathinaikos, with a total salary package of 9 million euros for the player over the term of the deal. Osman, who stands 2.07 meters tall, arrived in Thessaloniki at the Macedonia Airport on July 19, 2026, where he was met by club officials. During the previous EuroLeague season, he averaged 12.9 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game. The player will be formally presented to the public on Monday, July 20, at 18:30 in the PAOK Sports Arena. While the club did not issue an official call for a fan reception, a crowd gathered at the airport to welcome the new signing. This move is being described as a significant investment for the club, marking a major addition to the roster.