Rebuilding job: Felix Magath is putting together a new-look side following relegation
Here’s five things you might not know about the 20-year-old.
1. Where it all started
Stafylidis came through the ranks at PAOK and was handed his first-team debut at just 17.
He established himself as a regular in the side and was given a new bumper contract in a bid to warn off potential suitors.
Point to prove: Stafylidis comes to Craven Cottage after a difficult year in Germany
2. Getting noticed
The defender shone as Greece reached the final of the European U19 Championships in 2012, losing narrowly to Spain in the final. However, his performances didn't go unnoticed as he was named in the top 10 players of the tournament.
3. Making the jump
Stafylidis's display saw German outfit Bayer Leverkusen come calling and trigger the 1.5m euros release clause in his contract the following summer. He penned a five-year deal with Leverkusen believed to be worth 2.2m euros.
New home: Stafylidis has signed a season-long loan deal with Fulham
4. Struggling to settle
The left-back failed to get to grips with the language and couldn't establish himself as a regular in the Bundesliga.
He made his debut as a substitute in the 3-0 home win against Nuremberg last November but hasn't featured since.
5. International recognition
Stafylidis has represented Greece at every level and made his senior debut in a friendly against Republic of Ireland in 2012.
