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Rafa Benitez’s Panathinaikos Future in Doubt After Two-Match Ultimatum

Greek reports say the club has contacted Igor Biscan about the role.

Overview

  • Panathinaikos will judge Benitez’s position after a Europa League tie against Viktoria Plzen and a Super League match with OFI Crete, according to Sport24.
  • Benitez has 13 wins from 25 games, with Panathinaikos sitting fifth in Greece and 16 points off the top.
  • Sport24 reports the club has spoken to former player Igor Biscan, who is available after leaving Al-Ahli in November.
  • The Sun reports some players are unhappy with pre-match preparation, citing limited tactical analysis under Benitez.
  • Benitez signed a two-and-a-half-year deal in October reported as the highest-paid in Greek football, with some outlets suggesting a potential payout of about £4.4m if he is dismissed.