1. Early Life and Youth Career
Konstantinos Manolas began his football journey at a young age, displaying early promise that would pave the way for a successful professional career. His family has deep roots in Greek football, particularly through his uncle, Stelios Manolas, a legendary Greek footballer.
1.1. Early Development
Manolas started his youth career at Pannaxiakos from 2003 to 2007. His talent was recognized by his uncle, Stelios Manolas, who was then the technical director of AEK Athens. In 2009, during a youth match, his uncle, along with AEK manager Dušan Bajević, observed his performance and were reportedly impressed, leading to his eventual move to AEK Athens.
1.2. Youth Clubs
Before joining AEK Athens, Manolas refined his skills within various youth football clubs. He played for his boyhood club, Pannaxiakos, from 2003 to 2007. Following that, he moved to Thrasyvoulos, where he was part of their youth setup from 2007 to 2009. His time at these clubs provided him with a strong foundation in defensive play and prepared him for the demands of professional football.
2. Club Career
Manolas's professional club career has spanned several prominent teams in Greece and Italy, marked by significant transfers, key achievements, and consistent performances that established him as a formidable defender.
2.1. AEK Athens
Manolas signed a three-year deal with AEK Athens on June 16, 2009, expressing his delight at joining the team he supported. He stated his ambition to become a club legend like his uncle, Stelios Manolas, and to end his career at AEK.
2.1.1. 2009-10 Season
Manolas made his debut for AEK Athens against AO Kavala on March 14, 2010, and was immediately named Man of the Match, a recognition he earned in five of his first seven competitive matches. His first professional goal came on May 19, 2010, against archrivals Olympiacos. Despite suffering a broken jugal bone early in the game after a collision, he remarkably scored in the sixth minute before being forced to leave the match in the 15th minute. He refused to be taken to the hospital before the game concluded, and after successful surgery the following day, he quickly returned to training. He made 11 appearances and scored 1 goal this season.
2.1.2. 2010-11 Season
In the 2010-11 season, Manolas emerged as a pivotal player for AEK Athens, delivering impressive performances in the Superleague Greece and the 2010-11 UEFA Europa League. His displays garnered interest from European teams such as Genoa, Udinese, Getafe, and Schalke 04. He scored a crucial goal against Hajduk Split in the Europa League, securing a win for the Greek side. The following week, he scored again in the Greek Cup against AEL, a competition AEK would go on to win. His consistent performances earned him a regular starting spot under coach Manolo Jiménez, even displacing Real Madrid loanee David Mateos. Manolas attributed much of his development to playing alongside AEK icon and UEFA Euro 2004 winner Traianos Dellas, whom he considered a teacher. On April 30, 2011, Manolas won his first career trophy, the Greek Cup, playing a solid role in the 3-0 victory over Atromitos, where he notably cleared an opposition shot off his line. He also received Man of the Match honors for his outstanding display in the final. He finished the season with 36 appearances and three goals.
2.1.3. 2011-12 Season
On July 11, 2011, Manolas extended his contract with AEK until 2014, a deal reportedly worth 900.00 K EUR per season, potentially reaching 1.40 M EUR with bonuses. He renewed despite interest from major European clubs like Werder Bremen, Sevilla, Wolfsburg, and Hamburger SV. His contract included buyout clauses of 4.00 M EUR for foreign teams and 10.00 M EUR for Greek teams. He expressed his immense happiness to continue playing for his childhood club and praised AEK president Stavros Adamidis for declining offers to keep him, despite the club's financial difficulties. Manolas's dream was to become team captain and win the league, mirroring his uncle's achievements.
He started the 2011-12 season positively, helping AEK to a 1-0 victory against Georgian side Dinamo Tbilisi in a 2011-12 UEFA Europa League qualifier, earning high praise from Manolo Jiménez. He scored his first goal of the season in a 1-0 away win against Panionios, dedicating it to Jiménez. Manolas also scored AEK's first goal in a 3-1 away victory over Austrian club Sturm Graz in the Europa League. During the January transfer window, Premier League club Everton showed strong interest, with manager David Moyes commending his talent as a "player for the future." Though AEK and Everton reportedly agreed on terms, Manolas declined the offer, feeling it would leave his club in a difficult position with only three center-backs. AEK Chairman Stavros Adamidis confirmed Manolas's decision. He concluded his time at AEK Athens with 85 appearances and 6 goals across all competitions.
2.2. Olympiacos (First Stint)
On July 1, 2012, Manolas made a significant move to AEK's rivals, Olympiacos, on a free transfer, signing a contract until June 30, 2016. This transfer was a blow to AEK, which was grappling with severe financial debts and had faced penalties, including restrictions on foreign player signings and a ban from the Europa League. Manolas expressed his enthusiasm for joining Olympiacos and playing in front of their fans at Karaiskakis Stadium.
2.2.1. 2012-13 Season
Manolas debuted for Olympiacos on September 15, 2012, in a 2-1 away win against PAS Giannina. He scored his first goal for the club against Skoda Xanthi in a decisive 4-0 home victory. He played in 24 league matches, contributing to Olympiacos winning the Superleague Greece title. On May 11, 2013, he played in the Greek Cup Final against Asteras Tripolis, securing a 3-1 win and clinching a domestic double (league and cup) for the season. He also featured in all six of Olympiacos's UEFA Champions League group stage matches. Overall, he made 37 appearances and scored 1 goal.
2.2.2. 2013-14 Season
In the 2013-14 season, English clubs like Tottenham Hotspur, Sunderland, and Fulham reportedly monitored Manolas. There were also rumors of interest from Manchester United, with then-manager David Moyes considering him as a replacement for Nemanja Vidić. However, Manolas stated he would not consider a move that jeopardized his first-team opportunities. He scored his first 2013-14 UEFA Champions League goal in a 1-0 home win against Benfica and a second against Paris Saint-Germain in a 2-1 away loss. Olympiacos reached the Champions League round of 16 for the first time since 2009-10, facing Manchester United. Despite winning the first leg 2-0 at home, Olympiacos was eliminated by a Robin van Persie hat-trick in the return leg, losing 3-2 on aggregate. On March 22, 2014, Manolas extended his contract with Olympiacos until the summer of 2017. He left Olympiacos with 73 appearances, 6 goals, and 2 assists across all competitions.
2.3. Roma
On August 27, 2014, Italian Serie A club Roma announced the acquisition of Manolas for an estimated fee of 15.00 M EUR. Manolas stated he chose Roma over other big clubs, including Juventus, because of Roma's ambitious goals and his desire to win the Scudetto and go far in the UEFA Champions League. His arrival was intended to fill the void left by Medhi Benatia's departure to Bayern Munich. He also mentioned the influence of former teammates Vasilis Torosidis (from Olympiacos and Greece national team) and Traianos Dellas (former AEK teammate and Roma player) on his decision.
2.3.1. 2014-15 Season
Manolas made his official Roma debut on August 30, 2014, in a 2-0 victory against Fiorentina in the opening game of the 2014-15 Serie A season. On September 17, he made his first European appearance for Roma in the Champions League, a dominant 5-1 win over CSKA Moscow. On October 5, during a match against Juventus, Manolas was sent off for retaliating after a foul by Álvaro Morata, who was also dismissed. The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) subsequently banned Manolas for two games.
His impressive first year at Roma attracted interest from other European sides, including Arsenal. However, his agent, Mino Raiola, dismissed the rumors, stating Manolas was committed to Roma. Manolas had an excellent debut Serie A season, establishing himself as a key defender as Roma finished second in the league. Following the season, Arsenal reportedly offered Roma 15.00 M GBP for him. On June 19, 2015, a Roma fan poll named Manolas the club's "best purchase of the season," with 56% of the votes.
2.3.2. 2015-16 Season
Manolas began the 2015-16 season as the de facto leader of Roma's defense. Reports indicated continued interest from Chelsea manager José Mourinho, as well as Arsenal and Tottenham. On September 17, 2015, following a 1-1 home draw against Barcelona in the Champions League, Manolas praised his team's tactical performance. On September 23, Roma's unbeaten start to the season ended with a 2-1 away loss to Sampdoria, a match in which Manolas unfortunately scored an own goal.
On September 26, Manolas scored his first goal of the 2015-16 Serie A season, opening the scoring with his right boot from Lucas Digne's assist in a 5-1 victory over newly promoted Carpi. On December 5, in a 1-1 away draw against Torino, Manolas brought down Andrea Belotti in the box, leading to a 94th-minute penalty, despite replays suggesting he might have gotten the ball. On December 11, after a Champions League match against BATE Borisov, Manolas was involved in a heated argument with teammate Miralem Pjanić over ball possession, which reportedly continued into the locker room.
On February 17, 2016, in a Champions League round of 16 first leg against Real Madrid, Manolas was a defensive standout despite the 2-0 home loss, effectively containing Karim Benzema. On April 20, he scored his second goal of the season in a glorious home win against Torino, also providing an assist.
2.3.3. 2016-17 Season
Coach Luciano Spalletti affirmed Manolas's happiness and commitment to Roma on July 25, 2016, despite persistent summer speculations linking him to Manchester United, Arsenal, and Chelsea. Arsenal, reportedly displeased with Roma's handling of transfer talks, later refused to loan Jack Wilshere to the Italian club. Manolas continued as a defensive leader for Roma in the 2016-17 campaign.
In September 2016, Roma was obligated to pay Olympiacos 6.50 M EUR as part of their initial transfer agreement, which included a 50% sell-on clause for Olympiacos until August of that year. Roma had rejected a 39.00 M EUR bid from Arsenal for Manolas, choosing to retain him. Manolas was widely regarded as one of 'calcio's' best markers, with Barcelona closely monitoring his situation. A loan deal for Thomas Vermaelen to Roma also included an option for Barcelona to acquire Manolas in the summer of 2017.
On October 2, 2016, Manolas scored Roma's second goal in a 2-1 home win against rivals Inter, also effectively neutralizing Inter captain Mauro Icardi. On October 18, he rejected Roma's contract extension offer, which would have increased his salary from 1.80 M EUR to 2.50 M EUR annually, as he expected a better offer given several teammates earned more. On October 23, Manolas made his 100th appearance for Roma in a 4-1 home win against Palermo. On October 31, he broke his nose in a 0-0 away draw against Empoli, causing him to miss Europa League and Serie A matches. In a memorable Roman derby on December 4, Manolas delivered an exceptional defensive performance, stifling Balde Diao Keita and Ciro Immobile. On December 13, his strong defensive partnership with Federico Fazio contributed to 15 clearances, 11 interceptions, and 12 duels won against AC Milan. Manolas also assisted Radja Nainggolan's winning goal. On December 18, he suffered another injury against Juventus, sidelining him for two weeks. He returned to action as a substitute in a 1-0 away win against Genoa on January 8, 2017. On May 25, 2017, a week before the end of the season, Manolas had a tense altercation with teammate Diego Perotti during training, which required intervention from teammates and coach Spalletti to de-escalate.
2.3.4. 2017-18 Season
Despite rumors of a potential move to Zenit Saint Petersburg in the summer of 2017, Manolas remained with Roma for the 2017-18 season. On September 27, 2017, he opened the scoring in a 2-1 away victory against Qarabağ FK in the UEFA Champions League group stage.
On December 2, 2017, the Greek international renewed his contract with Roma until 2022, with a release clause set at 35.00 M EUR. On October 15, 2017, he sustained a Grade I strain of his left adductor longus muscle during a Serie A match against Napoli, which kept him out for nearly a month. He returned to the squad on October 31, 2017, in a convincing 3-0 Champions League home win against Chelsea. On November 5, 2017, he scored his first goal of the 2017-18 Serie A season in a 4-2 away win against Fiorentina, assisted by Edin Džeko.
On March 9, 2018, Manolas scored with a header in a 3-0 win against Torino, following an assist from Alessandro Florenzi. After his goal, he knelt and pointed to the sky, dedicating the goal to Davide Astori, the Fiorentina captain who had tragically passed away on March 4. On April 4, 2018, in a 4-1 away loss to Barcelona in the Champions League quarter-finals, Manolas scored an unfortunate own goal. However, he redeemed himself spectacularly in the return leg on April 10, scoring a brilliant header that completed Roma's 3-0 victory over Barcelona, sending the club to the Champions League semi-finals for the first time since 1984. On April 21, 2018, Manolas captained his first match for Roma in a 3-0 away win against SPAL in Serie A, receiving the armband from his teammate Radja Nainggolan. He was one of Roma's most consistent players throughout the campaign, demonstrating reliability in defense.
2.3.5. 2018-19 Season
Despite yearly summer rumors about his potential departure, Manolas remained at Roma for a fifth season, with the goal of winning his first title with the club during the 2018-19 campaign. On August 27, 2018, he scored against Atalanta, tapping in Javier Pastore's free kick to help Roma come back from a 3-1 deficit to draw 3-3 at the Stadio Olimpico. On November 7, Manolas scored a crucial goal with a glancing header from Lorenzo Pellegrini's corner, contributing to a vital 2-1 away win against CSKA Moscow in the Champions League group stage. His impressive performance earned him a spot in the UEFA Champions League Team of the Week. On November 15, Manolas was forced off during Greece's 1-0 win over Finland due to an adductor magnus muscle injury in his leg.
On March 6, 2019, Manolas made his 200th appearance for Roma across all competitions in the second leg of the club's Champions League round of 16 tie against FC Porto. He played the full 120 minutes as Roma lost 3-1 at home and exited the Champions League. Reports from Italian media later confirmed he had strained a muscle, expecting him to miss about three weeks of action, which meant he would miss Greece's UEFA Euro 2020 qualifying matches against Liechtenstein and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
2.4. Napoli
On June 27, 2019, Manolas was nearing a move to Napoli after Roma and the Neapolitan club reached an agreement for the Greek defender. Manolas signed a five-year contract with Napoli, with annual earnings of 4.50 M EUR (including bonuses). Napoli officially purchased the defender for 34.00 M EUR plus a 2.00 M EUR signing-on fee, effectively activating his release clause. As part of the agreement, Roma acquired defensive midfielder Amadou Diawara for 18.00 M EUR plus 3.00 M EUR in add-ons. Manolas had also been linked with Juventus, Milan, and Arsenal. His transfer fee was the second most expensive in Napoli's history. He officially signed for Napoli on June 30.
2.4.1. 2019-20 Season
On August 24, 2019, Manolas made his debut for Napoli, starting in a thrilling 4-3 away win against Fiorentina. A week later, he scored his first goal for the club in a dramatic 4-3 away loss against Juventus, netting a header from a Mário Rui free-kick. On September 28, Manolas scored his second goal of the season with a header from Nikola Maksimović's corner, helping Napoli secure a 2-1 home win against Brescia.
On December 31, Manolas was notably included in the Roma Team of the Decade. On February 29, 2020, Manolas scored again for Napoli, connecting with Lorenzo Insigne's free-kick to give them the lead in a 2-1 home win against Torino. On May 16, Manolas was the first Napoli player to suffer an injury after training resumed following the COVID-19 pandemic; he was reported to be out for six weeks with a muscle injury.
2.4.2. 2020-21 Season
On September 20, 2020, Manolas started in Napoli's 2-0 away win against Parma. On January 12, 2021, Napoli confirmed that Manolas had sustained a first-degree muscle injury, forcing him to be replaced by Nikola Maksimovic during a 2-1 win against Udinese. On February 8, 2021, Napoli announced that Manolas would be out for three weeks due to a second-degree sprain and ligament damage in his right ankle. He returned to the squad as a late substitute against Sassuolo on March 3, but conceded a late penalty that led to a 3-3 draw.
2.4.3. 2021-22 Season
In August 2021, it was reported that Olympiacos had initiated negotiations with Napoli for Manolas, as the player had expressed a desire to return to Greece for family reasons. Despite the transfer rumors, he started in the opening Serie A match of the season against Venezia. On October 21, 2021, Manolas sustained a suspected muscle injury during Napoli's Europa League clash against Legia Warsaw, forcing him off the pitch in the 72nd minute. In December 2021, having lost his starting position to Amir Rrahmani, Manolas reiterated his wish to leave the club. On December 10, he made his first appearance in almost two months as a late substitute in a 3-2 home win against Leicester City in the Europa League.
2.5. Olympiacos (Second Stint)
2.5.1. 2021-22 Season
On December 16, 2021, Napoli announced an agreement for the sale of Manolas to Olympiacos in January 2022, for a reported fee of 2.50 M EUR. His last appearance for Olympiacos in his first stint was on April 16, 2014, in a Greek Cup semifinal against PAOK. Eight years later, on January 5, 2022, he made his return to the club as a substitute against Apollon Smyrni at Georgios Kamaras Stadium, replacing Avraam Papadopoulos. He appeared in 14 matches during this half-season.
2.5.2. 2022-23 Season
Manolas had a brief period of activity with Olympiacos in the 2022-23 season, making 8 appearances across all competitions, including 5 in European matches (2 in UEFA Champions League qualifiers and 3 in UEFA Europa League). He then transferred to Sharjah.
2.6. Sharjah
In late September 2022, Manolas joined Emirati club Sharjah, where he reunited with former Roma teammate Miralem Pjanić. He played 41 matches for Sharjah across all competitions, winning the UAE President's Cup (2022-23), UAE League Cup (2022-23), and the UAE Super Cup (2022). After 18 months with the club, his contract was terminated by mutual agreement on January 17, 2024.
2.7. Salernitana
On February 8, 2024, Manolas returned to Serie A, signing a short-term deal with Salernitana until June 2024. He made 8 appearances for the club during this period.
2.8. Pannaxiakos
On October 16, 2024, Manolas made a sentimental return to his boyhood club, Pannaxiakos, in the Kyklades FCA First Division, signing a one-year deal. In a remarkable debut five days later against Marpissaikos, he scored five goals, contributing to Pannaxiakos's dominant 12-1 victory. He has been playing as a striker for the club since his return.
3. International Career
Manolas has represented Greece at both youth and senior international levels, participating in significant tournaments and contributing to his nation's footballing history.
3.1. Youth National Teams
Manolas played for the Greek U-21 national team, making 5 appearances without scoring between 2009 and 2011.
3.2. Senior National Team
Following a period of strong club form, former Greece national team manager Otto Rehhagel included Manolas in the 30-man provisional squad for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, though he did not make the final 23-man roster. Manolas waited approximately three more years before making his senior international debut against Switzerland in a friendly match on February 6, 2013.
His impressive 2013-14 season with Olympiacos secured him a spot in manager Fernando Santos's final 23-man squad for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. At the tournament, Manolas's imperious defensive displays garnered international attention, helping Greece advance to the knockout stages for the first time in their history. He played in all four of Greece's matches. The Independent recognized him as one of the 50 best players at the World Cup, where Greece was ultimately defeated by Costa Rica in the round of 16.
On June 9, 2017, Manolas and his Roma teammate Edin Džeko were involved in a heated altercation during a 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification game between Bosnia-Herzegovina and Greece, which ended in a 0-0 draw and devolved into clashes after the final whistle. On September 12, 2018, Manolas scored his first goal for Greece, a header from a free-kick, in a 2-1 away loss against Hungary in the UEFA Nations League. He concluded his international career with 42 appearances and 1 goal for the senior national team.
4. Playing Style
Manolas is recognized for his commanding presence as a central defender, combining raw athleticism with tactical intelligence. He possesses the speed to keep pace with smaller, quicker attackers, while his strength and aggression enable him to effectively challenge more physical opponents. Without the ball, he is both assertive and attentive in his marking, consistently fulfilling his defensive duties and actively seeking opportunities to win possession.
Despite his size, Manolas is deceptively quick, allowing him to cover ground effectively behind a high defensive line. His versatility and discipline also enable him to play in deeper defensive roles. While primarily known as a 'stopper' for his defensive solidity and tackling ability, he is also a capable passer, contributing to build-up play from the back. His aerial prowess is another notable strength, making him effective in both offensive and defensive set pieces. Alberto Zaccheroni, who coached Japan against Greece at the 2014 World Cup, notably praised Manolas's speed. He has also expressed admiration for other prominent center-backs like Thiago Silva.
5. Personal Life
Konstantinos "Kostas" Manolas comes from a footballing family. He is the nephew of the legendary Greek footballer Stelios Manolas, who also played as a center-back for AEK Athens and the Greek national team. Additionally, he is a cousin of another footballer named Konstantinos Manolas, who was born in 1993.
Manolas is fluent in Greek, Italian, and English, a skill that likely aided his integration into Italian football. He has stated that he was a fan of AEK Athens, his childhood club, from a young age due to his uncle's influence.
6. Career Statistics
The following table summarizes Manolas's club appearances and goals, including details on the specific cup and continental competitions. The 'Other' column includes appearances in the Supercoppa Italiana and UAE Super Cup.
6.1. Club Statistics
| Club | Season | League | National cup | League cup | Continental | Other | Total | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | |||
| Thrasyvoulos | 2008-09 | Football League | 6 | 0 | - | - | - | - | 6 | 0 | |||||
| AEK Athens | 2009-10 | Super League Greece | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | - | - | - | 11 | 1 | ||||
| 2010-11 | Super League Greece | 27 | 1 | 3 | 1 | - | 6 | 1 | - | 36 | 3 | ||||
| 2011-12 | Super League Greece | 29 | 1 | 2 | 0 | - | 7 | 1 | - | 38 | 2 | ||||
| Total | 66 | 3 | 6 | 1 | - | 13 | 2 | - | 85 | 6 | |||||
| Olympiacos | 2012-13 | Super League Greece | 24 | 1 | 6 | 0 | - | 7 | 0 | - | 37 | 1 | |||
| 2013-14 | Super League Greece | 25 | 3 | 5 | 0 | - | 7 | 2 | - | 37 | 5 | ||||
| Total | 49 | 4 | 11 | 0 | - | 14 | 2 | - | 74 | 6 | |||||
| Roma | 2014-15 | Serie A | 30 | 0 | 1 | 0 | - | 10 | 0 | - | 41 | 0 | |||
| 2015-16 | Serie A | 37 | 2 | 0 | 0 | - | 8 | 0 | - | 45 | 2 | ||||
| 2016-17 | Serie A | 33 | 0 | 3 | 0 | - | 9 | 0 | - | 45 | 0 | ||||
| 2017-18 | Serie A | 29 | 2 | 0 | 0 | - | 11 | 2 | - | 40 | 4 | ||||
| 2018-19 | Serie A | 27 | 1 | 1 | 0 | - | 7 | 1 | - | 35 | 2 | ||||
| Total | 156 | 5 | 5 | 0 | - | 45 | 3 | - | 206 | 8 | |||||
| Napoli | 2019-20 | Serie A | 26 | 4 | 3 | 0 | - | 6 | 0 | - | 35 | 4 | |||
| 2020-21 | Serie A | 30 | 0 | 2 | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 33 | 0 | |||
| 2021-22 | Serie A | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 3 | 0 | - | 7 | 0 | ||||
| Total | 60 | 4 | 5 | 0 | - | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 75 | 4 | ||||
| Olympiacos | 2021-22 | Super League Greece | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | - | 2 | 0 | - | 14 | 0 | |||
| 2022-23 | Super League Greece | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 5 | 0 | - | 8 | 0 | ||||
| Total | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | - | 7 | 0 | - | 22 | 0 | |||||
| Sharjah | 2022-23 | UAE Pro League | 18 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | - | 1 | 0 | 27 | 0 | ||
| 2023-24 | UAE Pro League | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 0 | ||
| Total | 26 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 41 | 0 | |||
| Salernitana | 2023-24 | Serie A | 8 | 0 | - | - | - | - | 8 | 0 | |||||
| Pannaxiakos | 2024-25 | Cyclades FCA First Division | 8 | 15 | - | - | - | - | 8 | 15 | |||||
| Career total | 393 | 31 | 31 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 91 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 525 | 39 | |||
6.2. International Statistics
| National team | Year | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greece | 2013 | 5 | 0 |
| 2014 | 13 | 0 | |
| 2015 | 4 | 0 | |
| 2016 | 5 | 0 | |
| 2017 | 6 | 0 | |
| 2018 | 6 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 3 | 0 | |
| Total | 42 | 1 | |
| No. | Date | Venue | Opponent | Score | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | September 11, 2018 | Ferencváros Stadion, Budapest, Hungary | Hungary | 1-1 | 1-2 | 2018-19 UEFA Nations League C |
7. Honours
Manolas has collected numerous team and individual accolades throughout his professional career.
7.1. Club Honours
AEK Athens
- Greek Cup: 2010-11
Olympiacos
- Super League Greece: 2012-13, 2013-14, 2021-22
- Greek Cup: 2012-13
Napoli
- Coppa Italia: 2019-20
Sharjah
- UAE President's Cup: 2022-23
- UAE League Cup: 2022-23
- UAE Super Cup: 2022
7.2. Individual Honours
- PSAP Best Greek Player playing Abroad: 2017-18
- UEFA's Top 50 Footballers: 2018
- AS Roma Team of the Decade: 2010-2020