
Giannis Papanikolaou
Caykur Rizespor/M/
Player Info
Giannis Papanikolaou is a Greek defensive midfielder currently plying his trade for Turkish Süper Lig side Çaykur Rizespor, known for his tactical intelligence and ball-winning abilities in the heart of the pitch. His career began in his homeland, with the Athens-born midfielder developing through the youth ranks of a local club before making his professional debut. His performances in Greece's top flight, characterized by a high work rate and precise passing from deep positions, caught the attention of scouts abroad. This led to his move to Turkey, where he has become a key figure for Rizespor, anchoring their midfield with his physical presence and reading of the game. Standing at 182 cm and weighing 76 kg, he combines strength with mobility, often operating as the crucial link between defense and attack. While his individual honors are still developing, his value is reflected in a market valuation of €1.5 million, underscoring his importance to his club. Off the pitch, Papanikolaou is known for his professional demeanor and dedication. In summary, he is a modern defensive midfielder whose reliability and tactical discipline make him a cornerstone for his team's structure.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2024/06/30
500000€
Transfer
2020/08/10
Signed
2019/06/30
Signed
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
More
Statistics
2024-2025
Matches
Games Played
3
Games Started
3
Minutes Per Game
226
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
2
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
2
Accurate Passes Per Game
0
Key Passes Per Game
0
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
0
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
0
Interceptions Per Game
0
Clearances Per Game
0
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
0
Be Fouled Per Game
0

