Great interview in German “Image” granted by Argyris Giannikis. Her technician AEK, among other things, stood by the goals of the “Union”, characterizing it as a team that always has ambitions and which has the task of approaching the Olympic but also to ensure the its European exit.
At the same time, he referred to the way he plays, noting that he is a bit unusual for Greece, while he dripped … honey for Konstantinos Mavropanos, emphasizing that it is “the next Greek who has everything a big club like Bayern Munich or Borussia Dortmund needs».
In detail, the interview of Argyris Giannikis in “Bild”:
You have been working in your country for two years and you have made a sensation with attacking football. First you brought PAS Giannina back to the first division and since October you have been working for AEK.
«The way we play is characterized by accuracy, intensity and skepticism. The team’s progress is recognized and evaluated. My style is a bit unusual for Greece. The cornerstones of my philosophy are fast possession football and offensive pressing».
You will be compared to Julian Nagelsmann, the coach of Bayern Munich, with whom you completed your coaching training five years ago.
«There are comparisons and courage is a key element for both of us. I try to do it my own way here and Julian in his own way in Munich. We have a friendly relationship and I am impressed by the way he stands and puts his stamp on Bayern. The same goes for Leipzig coach Domenico Tedesco, who is also my friend.».
How often does Inter star Hakan Tsalhanoglu contact you and thank you? You helped him a lot in his first professional contract.
«Hakan does not need to say “thank you”. When we see each other he is always warm with me and writes nice messages to me. I’m happy with his progress».
What Greek has what it takes to become a top international star like Tsalhanoglou?
«Konstantinos Mavropanos who is playing on loan in Stuttgart. He went to Arsenal from the previous club I worked for, PAS Giannina. He has matured and evolved from a talent to an experienced person and a top professional. Mavropanos has everything needed for a top defender. He is strong, with a well-trained body, speed and regular understanding. After the former star of Dortmund, Socrates Papastathopoulos, Mavropanos is the next Greek who has everything a big club like Bayern Munich or Borussia Dortmund needs».
You have known the Bundesliga since you were an assistant in Ingolstadt. What is the biggest difference in relation to the Greek championship?
«The fans are hot here, the southerners are generally a little more explosive».
With AEK you are in second place, eleven points behind Olympiakos. Do you still believe in the title?
«A team like AEK always has ambitions. Our task is to approach Olympiakos and focus our attention on our European presence next season».
Preferably in the Champions League with Bayern’s friend Julian Nagelsman?
«I would not mind. So I could finally have a coffee with Julian before or after the game and talk. But let’s take it one step at a time».
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