PAOK prepares for crucial match against Panathinaikos amid injury concerns

PAOK has resumed training sessions following a scheduled break as the team prepares for a critical match against Panathinaikos. Manager Razvan Lucescu is monitoring the medical status of several key players ahead of the upcoming playoffs and the Greek Cup final. Giorgos Giakoumakis has begun an individual training program on the pitch, though his participation in the match remains uncertain. Jonjoe Kenny, Soualiho Meite, and Andrija Zivkovic are currently undergoing rehabilitation with a low probability of being fit for the derby. In contrast, Giannis Michailidis is following a maintenance program and has a better chance of being available for selection. The coaching staff is using this week to evaluate player progress, with Thursday expected to be the deciding day for determining squad availability. The technical team is exercising caution to prevent potential setbacks, given the high intensity of the final stage of the season.