Cyriel Dessers Resumes Training with Panathinaikos

Cyriel Dessers, a 31-year-old striker for Panathinaikos, has resumed full training after spending six months recovering from a thigh injury. The injury limited him to just five appearances in the Greek Super League during the previous season, where he scored two goals.

Dessers expressed frustration over his debut campaign in Greece, which was disrupted by recurring injuries that hindered his ability to build momentum. Panathinaikos signed him for €4.63 million from Rangers, and Dessers is eager to give back to the fans after receiving significant support.

He has already begun intense training to prepare for the upcoming season, targeting a return for the club's European qualifying fixtures. Dessers last played for Panathinaikos on December 12, 2025, in a 2-1 victory against Volos, where he scored.

Throughout the season, he faced injuries that sidelined him for 27 matches across competitions, finishing with three goals in eight appearances.