PAOK goalkeeper Jiri Pavlenka faces three to four months out after shoulder surgery

PAOK goalkeeper Jiri Pavlenka has announced that he will be sidelined for three to four months following shoulder surgery. The Czech player sustained a dislocated shoulder during an away match against Panetolikos in Agrinio, which necessitated a surgical procedure performed by a specialist in Munich last week.

In an interview with his former club, Werder Bremen, Pavlenka confirmed that his recovery is progressing well. He expressed optimism regarding the process, noting that he hopes to return to the pitch as soon as possible. While discussing his time in Greece, he praised the quality of the four major Greek clubs—PAOK, Olympiacos, Panathinaikos, and AEK—comparing the intensity of their derby matches to top-tier European football.

The goalkeeper is currently focusing on his rehabilitation, with the exact duration of his absence dependent on his body's response to the recovery program. His return to competitive action is anticipated within the next trimester, marking a significant period of absence for the Thessaloniki-based team.