PAOK is entering the final stretch leading up to one of the most important games of the season as it prepares for the rematch against Brann in Norway, with a spot in the next round of European competition at stake. After the 1-1 draw at Toumba, the situation is clear for the “Double-Headed Eagle,” which needs a win to advance.
Alessio Lisi has already begun mapping out his strategy, with several starting positions considered “locked in,” though there are still some key decisions to be made. In defense, the starting back four is expected to remain largely unchanged, while in midfield, Santamaría has a strong chance of returning to the starting lineup.
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There are more considerations in midfield and up front, as Lissi must decide what qualities his team needs most in a match that demands both balance and offensive effectiveness. Tyson’s presence is considered crucial, while there are other options that could bring different elements to PAOK’s game.
The squad is heading to Norway, where their preseason preparations will be finalized. PAOK will train at Brann Stadion, and a press conference with Alessio Lisi is scheduled before the training session.
At the same time, the “black-and-whites” are also active in the transfer market, finalizing a particularly interesting investment for the future. Partizan’s 20-year-old Ognen Ugresic is expected to become PAOK’s newest player in a transfer with clear potential for growth.
The young Serbian is considered one of the most promising talents in his country’s soccer, having already established himself on the first-team level. He has the ability to play in more than one position in the attacking midfield, a factor that makes him even more intriguing.
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