FCA grant Dimitris Giannoulis’ request to return home to Greece
Left-back returns to PAOK
First Team
06.08.2026, 11:15
FC Augsburg have granted Dimitris Giannoulis’ request to return to his native Greece. The 30-year-old left-back has thus completed a move to PAOK, where he previously played from 2014 to 2021. Both clubs have agreed to keep the details of the transfer undisclosed.
Giannoulis joined FCA on a free transfer from Championship club Norwich City in summer 2024, following their relegation to the second division. His contract at FCA was dated until 30th June 2028.
Across his two seasons at FCA, Giannoulis featured in a total of 58 Bundesliga games (3 goals, 9 assists). He also appeared in five DFB-Pokal matches for the club (1 assist).
“Dimi expressed his desire to return home to Greece in order to play football and be closer to his family in several open and honest discussions with the club. We wanted to do our part in granting this request and were able to find a good solution for all those involved, together with PAOK. We would like to thank Dimi for his efforts over the last two seasons and wish him all the best for his future and in Greece,” said FCA sporting director Benni Weber.
“I enjoyed two incredible years at FCA, which is why this decision wasn’t easy to make. However, it was time for me to return home and to be closer to my family. I’m very grateful to the management team for allowing me to make this move and wish the club, my teammates and the fans all the best for a successful future,” said Giannoulis. “Maybe I’ll be back at the WWK ARENA in a few months when Greece take on Germany. That would be the perfect end to my time at FCA.”
