Cedi Osman signs three‑year deal with Greek club PAOK

Turkish forward Cedi Osman officially joined Greek basketball powerhouse PAOK on a three‑year contract that runs through the 2028‑29 season. The club announced the signing on 20 July 2026, confirming that Osman, a former NBA player and ex‑Panathinaikos star, will wear the PAOK jersey numbered 6.

A fan‑filled presentation was held at the PAOK Sports Arena, where thousands of supporters greeted the newcomer. Osman thanked club president Telis Mystakidis, GM Giorgos Tsiares and coach Andrea Trinkieri, saying he felt “that he must be in this club” and praising the team’s vision. He expressed ambition to help PAOK win the Greek championship and contend for European titles, stating, “We will try to conquer the EuroCup and the domestic championship.”

The transfer, described as one of the most high‑profile moves in Greek basketball this summer, boosts PAOK’s roster ahead of the upcoming domestic league and EuroCup campaign.