Anadolu Efes Signs Bruno Fernando With Lucrative Two-Year Deal
Anadolu Efes has secured the signing of Angolan center Bruno Fernando, a key target for Maccabi Tel Aviv this summer. The Turkish club announced Fernando's acquisition from Partizan Belgrade, offering him a substantial contract reportedly worth around $2 million per season for two years. This salary is in addition to the approximately $150,000 buyout fee paid to Partizan Belgrade.
Fernando, 27 years old and standing 2.08 meters tall, has a notable NBA background, having played for Atlanta, Boston, Houston, and Toronto. He moved to Europe for the first time in the 2024/2025 season, signing with Real Madrid. He started the 2025/2026 season with Real Madrid, averaging 4.4 points and 3.4 rebounds per EuroLeague game before transferring to Partizan Belgrade, where his performance improved to 8.4 points and 4.4 rebounds per game in the EuroLeague.
Maccabi Tel Aviv, which had been pursuing a senior center, learned that Fernando chose Anadolu Efes instead. The signing highlights Anadolu Efes's commitment to strengthening their roster with experienced international talent ahead of the upcoming seasons.
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