One of the more experienced heads in what looks likely to be a youthful Greece squad, Basinas is the sort of versatile performer every manager craves.
Central defence is probably his favoured position, yet he is so good with the ball at his feet that he can also acquit himself well in central midfield and down the right.
Having made his international debut in the late 1990s, Basinas has churned out consistent displays ever since and remains a vital player for both club and country.
Panathinaikos' Champions League campaigns have caused word of his ability to spread and although he signed a four-year contract two summers ago, attention from one of Europe's elite could tempt him away.