PAOK coach Razvan Lutzescu's future hinges on owner Ivan Savvidis' decision

Romanian coach Razvan Lutzescu has told PAOK owner Ivan Savvidis he wants to remain at the club until the end of his contract in the summer of 2027. A Romanian website reported that Lutzescu communicated this wish on 12 June, leaving the final decision to the club's major shareholder.

Relations between Lutzescu and Savvidis have deteriorated, with the coach's desire to stay not being positively received by the club hierarchy. Concurrently, there is reported interest from a Qatari team that could trigger a release clause. The uncertainty is affecting PAOK's planning for the upcoming season, including transfer decisions and preparation for the new campaign.