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Alessio Lisci appointed new head coach of PAOK Salonika

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 4:50 PM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Alessio Lisci appointed new head coach of PAOK Salonika

Summary

Alessio Lisci has been officially appointed head coach of PAOK Salonika, signing a two-year contract on June 22, 2026. The 40-year-old Italian coach previously managed Osasuna in LaLiga but was dismissed after a challenging season that saw the team narrowly avoid relegation. He replaces Razvan Lucescu, who left the club after five years in charge. Lisci's career began at Lazio's youth academy before moving to Spain, where he worked his way up through various coaching roles. His immediate task will be to stabilize PAOK following Lucescu's departure.

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By the Numbers

•Lisci moves from Osasuna to PAOK Salonika.
•He signs a two-year contract with PAOK.
•Lisci replaces Razvan Lucescu, who left by mutual consent.
•Last season, Lisci oversaw a difficult period for Osasuna.
•He previously worked his way up through coaching roles in Spain.

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4:50 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Italian coach Lisci appointed new PAOK boss

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Italian coach Alessio Lisci has officially moved on from Osasuna to take over at Greek side PAOK Salonika, aged just 40.The tactician is younger than some current players, but that hasn’t stopped hi...
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