Meridian Sport reported on May 30, 2025, that Ebuka Izundu, currently a key player for Galatasaray, is a transfer target for Crvena Zvezda as they rebuild their roster for the 2025-26 season. The 28-year-old Nigerian center, who previously played for FMP in Belgrade for two and a half years, expressed in a recent Meridian Sport interview that he now feels ready to compete at Crvena Zvezda’s EuroLeague level, a confidence he lacked earlier in his career.
Proven Impact in Europe
Izundu showcased his potential during the Basketball Champions League Final Four in Athens last month, leading Galatasaray to the final with a standout semifinal performance, though they fell to Unicaja, per FIBA.basketball data. His journey from the U.S. college system (Miami Hurricanes, averaging 5.0 points as a junior, per Wikipedia) to FMP, Germany, and now Galatasaray has caught Zvezda’s attention, especially as they also pursue players like David McCormack, per Buzz Sport sources.
Crvena Zvezda’s EuroLeague Plans
With a three-year EuroLeague license secured alongside teams like Partizan Belgrade, Crvena Zvezda aims to strengthen their squad for the expanded 20-team competition. Izundu’s experience and recent form make him a prime candidate to help the club reclaim their status in European basketball, though it remains to be seen if they can finalize the deal with the Mali Kalemegdan club.
Posted on: 30 May 2025, 12:45 CET
