Euroleague transfer rumors are heating up, and Maccabi Tel Aviv’s star center Jasiel Rivero is at the center of the buzz. According to a recent report from Spain, FC Barcelona has set its sights on the Cuban big man as they plan their roster for the 2025-26 season. With Rivero’s contract set to expire this summer, the 31-year-old could hit the free-agent market if he doesn’t re-sign with Maccabi, drawing interest from top European clubs.
Rivero has been a reliable force for Maccabi in the Euroleague, averaging an impressive 10.2 points and 4.4 rebounds per game this season. His experience in Spain, having played four years with San Pablo Burgos and Valencia, makes him an attractive option for Barcelona. The Catalan giants, led by sporting director and club legend Juan Carlos Navarro, are reportedly preparing for the departure of current center Willy Hernangómez. While Panathinaikos’ Georgios Papagiannis is the leading candidate to replace him, Rivero and Anadolu Efes’ Daniel Oturu are also on Barcelona’s radar.
As the summer approaches, all eyes will be on Rivero’s next move. Will he stay with Maccabi, or could a new chapter in Barcelona’s iconic red-and-blue await? Stay tuned to BuzzSport.de for the latest updates on this developing story and more Euroleague transfer news!
