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Azzedine Ounahi’s injury and recovery

This dossier follows public reporting on Azzedine Ounahi’s injury at Panathinaikos, his announced treatment and return to play. Recovery estimates are distinguished from medical clearance.

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Azzedine Ounahi in Lens, September 2023. Archive photograph; A.Nawfel, CC BY 4.0.
Azzedine Ounahi in Lens, September 2023. Archive photograph; A.Nawfel, CC BY 4.0. — A.Nawfel / Wikimedia Commons — CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ — photo à Lens du 12 septembre 2023, redimensionnement.

Where things stand

As of 30 October 2026, the club reports surgery was performed on 29 October and rehabilitation is due to start on 30 October. Greek reporting estimates four to five months before a return, without a definitive medical date.

Reported information

Ounahi undergoes surgery as Panathinaikos announces recovery phase

Azzedine Ounahi underwent surgery on his right biceps femoris tendon on 29 October 2026, according to a Panathinaikos announcement reported by Radio Mars and B-Sport.

Azzedine Ounahi in Lens, September 2023. Archive photograph; A.Nawfel, CC BY 4.0.
Azzedine Ounahi in Lens, September 2023. Archive photograph; A.Nawfel, CC BY 4.0. — A.Nawfel / Wikimedia Commons — CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ — photo à Lens du 12 septembre 2023, redimensionnement.

The Moroccan international midfielder is due to begin rehabilitation on Friday 30 October. The reports describe surgery following a complete tendon rupture.

B-Sport, citing Greek broadcaster ERT, gives an estimated four to five months before competitive action resumes. This remains an estimate rather than a medically fixed return date.

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Reported information

Reports point to Ounahi surgery and absence until spring 2027

French and Greek reports dated 28 October 2026 say Azzedine Ounahi is due to undergo surgery on 29 October following his thigh injury at Panathinaikos. A return in spring 2027 is being considered, without a definitive date.

Azzedine Ounahi during a match in 2023.
Azzedine Ounahi in Lens on 12 September 2023. Archive photograph predating the injury. A.Nawfel, CC BY 4.0. — A.Nawfel / Wikimedia Commons — CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ — photo à Lens du 12 septembre 2023, redimensionnement.

According to these articles, a second MRI showed a complete rupture of the right biceps femoris tendon. This revises initial estimates of a two-to-three-month absence.

The Moroccan international was injured against Asteras Tripolis on 18 October. The revised projections point to the Greek league play-offs, with March mentioned as a possible target. This timetable remains attributed to press reporting and depends on rehabilitation. No club medical statement establishing a firm return date was obtained.

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