Dimitris Giannoulis returns to PAOK

On August 4, 2026, PAOK Thessaloniki officially confirmed the acquisition of 30-year-old left-back Dimitris Giannoulis from the German club Augsburg. The transfer follows intense, multi-day negotiations described as a struggle between the two clubs, during which the player expressed a firm and persistent desire to return to his former team.

PAOK management successfully increased their financial offer to meet the demands of the German side, ultimately securing the player's release. Giannoulis is expected to arrive in Thessaloniki on August 5, 2026, to undergo medical examinations and finalize the contract, which is seen as a major reinforcement for the team's defensive line ahead of upcoming matches.