It seemed Partizan was on the brink of securing a major signing, but the deal could crumble at the last moment. American guard Armoni Brooks is reportedly close to signing with Asvel from Vichy, according to "Basketnews."

Brooks, a Hot Commodity in European Basketball

Bruks has been one of the most sought-after players on the European market in the past few weeks, with numerous EuroLeague clubs expressing interest. Partizan and Olimpia Milano were among those interested, but the French team appears to have taken the lead in negotiations. Partizan reportedly prepared a substantial offer, a two-year contract worth over two million euros per season. However, Asvel has clearly decided to make a financial statement and send a clear message to the competition.

Asvel's Ambitious Plans for the Upcoming Season

According to Basketnews, the potential signing of Brooks could be the first sign that Asvel is planning a significantly more ambitious project for the upcoming season. The French club struggled to meet the minimum budget requirement for salaries in the EuroLeague last year but now aims to build a serious team and be much more competitive. Brooks had his best season yet with Olimpia Milano, averaging 13.1 points per game in the EuroLeague with a remarkable 41.6% three-point shooting, making him one of the most fearless guards in the elite European competition.

A particularly memorable performance was his brilliant 31-point game against Efes, where he single-handedly almost won the match. If the transfer is confirmed soon, Asvel will be sending a clear message to the rest of the EuroLeague—France's club no longer wants to play a marginal role, but aims to be a team capable of competing seriously with the best.

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