The young forward played with PAOK U20s in the second half of the season, scored 8 goals in 11 matches, served two assists and proved a vital cog of the outfit that won the Super League Souroti U20 title.

He also trained numerous times with the senior team, making an impression. Before coming to Thessaloniki, he had already enjoyed his first professional experience in football, featuring for Slovenian side NK Rudar Velenje.