PAOK removes Taison from first team squad

On November 2, 2026, PAOK FC announced that Brazilian midfielder Taison has been removed from the first-team squad. The 38-year-old player will henceforth train with the club's B team, according to an official statement from the organization.

The club stated that the decision serves both as a symbolic gesture regarding the team's internal philosophy and as a practical measure. Taison is set to follow a specialized training program designed to recover and maintain his physical condition and competitive readiness. Reports suggest this move could lead to the veteran player missing the upcoming away derby against Olympiacos at a time when coach Alessio Lisi is managing limited squad options.

While the club framed the decision as a development process for the player, the timing of the shift to the second squad has fueled speculation about his immediate future within the team. No further disciplinary actions have been formally announced beyond the instruction to participate in the specialized program at the B team's facilities. The player remains under the club's oversight as he works to regain his form under the modified training regimen.