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French Guard Silvan Francisco Signs Three-Year Deal with Villeurbanne in EuroLeague
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First reported by Mako · Jun 30, 2026
What happened
French point guard Silvan Francisco has signed a three-year contract with Villeurbanne in the EuroLeague, returning to France after five seasons abroad. He had a career-best season with Zalgiris Kaunas, earning All-EuroLeague First Team honors. Francisco is set to play a central role in Villeurbanne's new project under Tony Parker.
- 01Villeurbanne signs French guard Silvan Francisco for three years through 2029.
- 02The deal is reportedly worth about 10 million euros.
- 03Francisco returns to France after five seasons in Spain, Greece, Germany, and Lithuania.
- 04He averaged 16.5 points and 6.5 assists in EuroLeague last season with Zalgiris Kaunas.
- 05Francisco was named to the All-EuroLeague First Team after a career-best season.
- 06He previously played in France for Rouen and is expected to be a key player under Tony Parker.
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