Fotis Ioannidis

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Fotis Ioannidis

Centre-Forward | Sporting CP (Portugal)

Previous club: Panathinaikos FC
Transfer: €22m + €3m bonuses — a record sale for Panathinaikos

Profile

Fotis Ioannidis is a complete, modern centre-forward who impacts games far beyond goals. He combines power, pace and aerial presence with high-level decision-making, link-up play and relentless pressing. A natural leader, Fotis brings his teammates into the game, holds and distributes under pressure, and delivers in decisive moments.

2023/24 Output (Best season at Panathinaikos)

23 goals & 9 assists
Goal contribution every ~85 minutes
By competition:
- Super League 1: 15 goals, 7 assists
- UEFA Europa League: 5 goals
- UCL Qualifiers: 2 goals, 2 assists
- Greek Cup: 1 goal

(Figures as reported at the time of transfer.)

Playing Style & Key Strengths

Finishing & movement: Diverse finishing profile; elite timing in the box.
Hold-up & link play: Secure first touch, shields under contact, progresses play.
Chance creation: Draws defenders, combines on the half-turn, slips runners through.
Athletic profile: Strong, tall, fast—sustains high intensity for 90’.
Pressing & mentality: Front-foot presser; vocal on-pitch organizer.
Growth mindset: Consistently integrates feedback; year-on-year improvement.

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