Yaremchuk future hangs on Mendilibar's plan
Roman Yaremchuk's Olympiacos career will be decided by what José Luis Mendilibar wants from his attack next season. The Ukrainian striker's future is entirely tied to whether the manager sees him fitting into the tactical setup for the coming campaign (3).
With the club planning a minimum of seven summer signings, focusing heavily on goalkeeper and defensive reinforcements, Yaremchuk's position is one of several under review. Parma are pushing hard to keep hold of forward Straffessa, which could influence how aggressive Olympiacos get in reshaping their front line.
The striker, who arrived with significant expectations, now waits on a clear signal from Mendilibar about his role, if any, in the new project.
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Summer rebuild taking shape
You're heading into a busy window. Seven signings minimum are being targeted, with goalkeeper the priority. Polish shot-stopper Cezary Mija has emerged as a strong candidate to replace Alexandros Paschalakis, while the defense is also set for an overhaul.
Off the pitch, season ticket adjustments are in motion, and the club's broader sporting empire continues to roll: Vangelis Marinakis hit 160 titles during his tenure, with Olympiacos across five major team sports now sitting at 345 trophies, the latest being a water polo championship.
The basketball side is providing its own drama. Alec Peters' future remains unresolved, and in a stunning show of fan passion, organized supporters visited his home to personally urge him to stay. Peters and his wife were, by all accounts, left stunned.
Fan reactions
The Yaremchuk news has split opinion. Some fans see him as a useful squad option who never got a real run in Mendilibar's system, while others feel the club should cut ties and reinvest. The broader summer rebuild talk has most supporters cautiously optimistic, though there's an undercurrent of concern about how many first-team regulars might leave. Join the discussion here.
