ASVEL expands EuroLeague roster with high‑profile signings

French club ASVEL, backed by a Qatari investment fund, announced several new acquisitions as it aims to become a leading EuroLeague contender. The team confirmed the arrival of former NBA player Daniel Theis and secured French guard Silvan Francisko on a three‑year deal. Additional signings include Senegalese forward Armoni Bruks, South Sudanese center Nik Văjler‑Beb and forward Bot Gač. President‑coach Toni Parker said, “I wanted a player around whom we could build a franchise; Silvan Francisko was at the top of the list.”

The influx of talent follows a period of heavy turnover for rival clubs and reflects ASVEL’s intent to strengthen its squad ahead of the upcoming EuroLeague season. Meanwhile, Italian club Virtus Bologna confirmed its second summer signing, 23‑year‑old point guard David Kazarina, but the focus of the report remains ASVEL’s roster overhaul.