Anorthosis appoints Giannis Maniatis as executive director

On September 9, 2026, Anorthosis Famagusta officially announced the appointment of Giannis Maniatis to the position of Executive Director of the Football Company. This decision follows advanced discussions held between the club's administration, led by Christos Maragkos, and the former international football player, who was identified as the top priority to oversee the club's organizational operations.

Maniatis brings significant administrative experience to the role, having previously served as the General Director of Panionios and the U23 team of Olympiacos Piraeus. He also worked as a Group Loan Manager for Olympiacos, Nottingham Forest, and Rio Ave. Furthermore, he holds an Executive Master for International Players (MIP) degree from the UEFA Academy. As a former professional player, he is well-regarded for his leadership during his tenure as captain of Olympiacos and his appearances with the Greek national team.

The club stated that this recruitment is part of a broader effort to modernize the administrative structure of the Football Company, emphasizing professionalism and a clear football philosophy. The move is intended to strengthen the organizational framework of Anorthosis as the club looks to improve its operational efficiency under new leadership.