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Obradovic Reportedly on Verge of Returning to Panathinaikos
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First reported by N12 · Jun 16, 2026
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Greek media report that Zeljko Obradovic is 99% likely to return as Panathinaikos coach after Ergin Ataman's exit. Reports say the deal could be finalized within a week, despite interest from several top European clubs.
- 01Greek reports say Obradovic is nearly certain to return as Panathinaikos coach.
- 02Journalists cited insider information and gave the move a 99.9% probability.
- 03Real Madrid, Barcelona, Milan and Partizan also followed Obradovic's situation.
- 04Panathinaikos reportedly cleared the way, with Giannakopoulos and Obradovic reconciled.
- 05Obradovic coached Panathinaikos from 1999 to 2012 and won five EuroLeague titles there.
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