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Bulgaria's basketball player Vezenkov signs new contract with Olympiacos

Photo: Olympiacos BC

Bulgaria's national basketball team player Aleksandar Vezenkov has signed a new contract with the Greek club Olympiacos until the summer of 2024. The 26-year-old forward has previously met with the presidents of Olympiacos.

"Extending my cooperation with Olympiacos for another 3 years fills me with joy and a sense of responsibility. I want to thank for the trust and support they give me, as well as my coaches, my teammates and all members of the team for the excellent cooperation in this "family" atmosphere, " Vezenkov commented.

Sasha, as he is called in Greece, has been playing for Olympiacos since 2018. Before that, he played for the teams of Barcelona and Aris-Thessaloniki.



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