SDNA reporter George Zakkas on X after the official return of Zeljko Obradovic to Panathinaikos.
“A record-breaking deal for the greatest coach of all time. According to SDNA sources, Panathinaikos and Zeljko Obradovic have agreed to a three-year contract worth €12 million.
On top of that, Dimitris Giannakopoulos is set to increase the club’s annual budget by a further €10 million, creating a financial powerhouse unlike anything European basketball has ever seen. The message is clear: Panathinaikos is going all out in its pursuit of European glory, with one goal and one goal only — returning to the top of Europe”
Considering that the Greek powerhouse spent just over €25 million on player salaries alone during the season that has just concluded—a figure already unmatched in the EuroLeague—Zakkas’ observation appears particularly accurate.
Panathinaikos’ financial strength will allow the club to pursue potentially game-changing additions on the transfer market, including players from the NBA.
One example is Jonas Valanciunas, who has been linked with a possible move to Athens.
A record-breaking deal for the greatest coach of all time. According to @SdnaGr sources, Panathinaikos and Zeljko Obradovic have agreed to a three-year contract worth €12 million. #paobc
On top of that, Dimitris Giannakopoulos is set to increase the club’s annual budget by a…
— George Zakkas (@ZakkasGeorge) June 21, 2026
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