The article reflects on a remark from Kostis Chatzidakis, Greece's Deputy Prime Minister, concerning a supposed debt the state owes to Panathinaikos FC due to the construction of a new stadium in Votanikos. The claim raises questions about the nature of governmental support for sports clubs versus companies, especially since Panathinaikos operates as a private entity rather than as a public sports club. The author begins to explore this matter, concerned that the state may be obligated to financially support the club in a manner that may not align with fiscal responsibility or public interest.

While acknowledging the state's responsibility to support sports teams, the article points out that the ongoing project is being funded not as a donation to a club but rather to a private corporation. Furthermore, it questions the precedents for such financial commitments to ensure that different companies are treated equally and that taxpayer money is not misallocated. The author, remarking on the perceived accountability to the citizens, suggests that any support should be scrutinized and justified to avoid creating a precedent of public debt serving private benefactors.

With estimates placing the supposed debt at around 300 million euros, the author emphasizes the need for transparency on how the government arrived at this figure and what obligations it entails. This situation underscores a larger debate within Greece about public funding for sports and entertainment, highlighting the importance of evaluating the long-term implications of such decisions on public finances and accountability to the electorate.