Vassilis Spanoulis departs AS Monaco amid financial and roster crisis

Vassilis Spanoulis has officially ended his tenure as head coach of AS Monaco following mutual agreement. The departure comes after months of financial instability within the club, which impacted team operations and led to the coach's resignation. Monaco is currently facing a severe roster shortage, with reports indicating only 7 to 9 players are available for selection. Compounding these issues, star player Mike James has been ruled out for two to three weeks due to a hamstring injury sustained during the recent match against Olympiacos. Elie Okobo is also sidelined with a calf injury, further thinning the squad. Although there were rumors linking Spanoulis to other coaching positions, including Aris Thessaloniki, club representatives have denied such immediate appointments. The French club, currently ninth in the EuroLeague, faces significant challenges as it attempts to finish the season under interim leadership.