# Aris Thessaloniki building under new technical director > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/vasilis-spanoulis-coaching-negotiations > Updated: 2026-08-26T07:36:33.000Z. Sources: 29. Developments: 12. Following his arrival in mid-August to inspect facilities and meet with owner Theodoros Karypidis, management consultant Avraham Grant has officially begun his role in Thessaloniki. Grant has initiated meetings with head coach Michalis Grigoriou and technical director Rubén Reyes to integrate into the club’s organizational structure. During a visit to the Neo Rysio training center, Grant addressed the players, stating his objective is to assist the club’s evolution through “steady, daily progress.” While his specific responsibilities are still being defined, reports indicate his focus may lean toward business and organizational development rather than strictly technical football matters, utilizing his experience managing club plans for multinational investment companies. His visit included a tour of the Kleanthis Vikelidis Stadium and club facilities. Grant is expected to remain in Greece through Monday and will attend the upcoming match against OFI on Sunday. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-26: Avraham Grant begins consultancy role at Aris FC Avraham Grant has arrived in Thessaloniki to begin his role as an administrative consultant for Aris FC, meeting with coaching staff and players to support the club's organizational development. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/abraham-grant-arrives-in-greece-for-aris-fc-advisory-role ### 2026-07-31: Abraham Grant named consultant for Aris Thessaloniki football club Abraham Grant, 71‑year‑old Israeli football veteran, will serve as consultant for Aris Thessaloniki, arriving mid‑August to assess facilities and advise on club reorganisation ahead of key matches. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/abraham-grant-named-consultant-for-aris-thessaloniki-football-club ### 2026-07-03: Greek club Aris hires veteran coach Abraham Grant as management consultant Greek club Aris appointed 71‑year‑old Israeli former coach Abraham Grant as a management consultant, citing his experience with top European clubs and national teams; he will arrive in Thessaloniki in mid‑July. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-club-aris-hires-veteran-coach-abraham-grant-as-management-consultant ### 2026-07-02: Greek Super League: Giannios renews with Aris, Athanasiadis signs for Iraklis Aris midfielder Giannis Giannios extends his deal to 2027, while veteran goalkeeper Giorgos Athanasiadis returns to Iraklis on a new contract. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-super-league-giannios-renews-with-aris-athanasiadis-signs-for-iraklis ### 2026-06-20: Aris appoints four assistants and a physiotherapist for coach Vasilis Spanos Aris named Ilias Kantsouris, Kostas Charalambidis, Kostas Iliadis and physiotherapist Tony Karatzas as assistants to head coach Vasilis Spanoulis, keeping Christos Khasanidis on staff and denying Savón Sinclair 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aris-appoints-four-assistants-and-a-physiotherapist-for-coach-vasilis-spanos ### 2026-06-15: Vasillis Spanoulis appointed head coach of Greek basketball club Aris Vasillis Spanoulis became Aris Thessaloniki’s head coach, promising to build a stable, long‑term team and emphasizing discipline over flash promises. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vasillis-spanoulis-appointed-head-coach-of-greek-basketball-club-aris ### 2026-06-14: Vasilis Spanoulis welcomed by thousands of Aris fans at Thessaloniki airport Vasilis Spanoulis arrived at Thessaloniki’s Macedonia Airport on 14 June, greeted by up to 5,000 Aris fans, and is set to present his three‑year coaching plan on 15 June. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vasilis-spanoulis-welcomed-by-thousands-of-aris-fans-at-thessaloniki-airport ### 2026-06-14: Vasilis Spanos welcomed by thousands as new Aris basketball coach in Thessaloniki Vasilis Spanos arrived in Thessaloniki on 14 June 2026 to become Aris’ new coach, greeted by about 5,000 fans at Macedonia Airport and praised the enthusiastic reception. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vasilis-spanos-welcomed-by-thousands-as-new-aris-basketball-coach-in-thessaloniki ### 2026-06-03: Aris signs Vasilis Spanoulis as head coach KAÉ Aris finalises a three‑year deal with Vasilis Spanoulis as head coach, aiming to boost its EuroLeague ambitions after months of negotiations. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aris-signs-vasilis-spanoulis-as-head-coach ### 2026-06-03: Vasilis Spanoulis signs three‑year contract as head coach of Greek club Aris Vasilis Spanoulis has signed a three‑year deal to coach Aris, bringing his EuroLeague experience and national team success to the Greek club. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vasilis-spanoulis-signs-threeyear-contract-as-head-coach-of-greek-club-aris ### 2026-06-03: Vasilis Spanoulis named head coach of Greek club Aris Betsson on three‑year deal Vasilis Spanoulis signs a three‑year contract to coach Aris Betsson, part of a five‑year plan with a doubled budget, aiming to lift the Greek club. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vasilis-spanoulis-named-head-coach-of-greek-club-aris-betsson-on-threeyear-deal ### 2026-05-26: Aris hires Vasilis Spanoulis as new head coach Aris Thessaloniki aims to appoint EuroLeague coach Vasilis Spanoulis as head coach, preparing to increase its budget and negotiating through agent Misko Raznatović. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aris-hires-vasilis-spanoulis-as-new-head-coach --- Cite as: Aris Thessaloniki building under new technical director. 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