Willy Hernangómez Key Piece in Barça-Baskonia Trade Negotiations

Willy Hernangómez's future points to Vitoria. The Madrid center has become one of the main pieces in the ongoing negotiations between Barça and Kosner Baskonia, an operation that also includes the moves of Xevi Pujol and Paolo Galbiati to the blaugrana club.

Barça has been working for days to close the arrival of Xevi Pujol, previously linked to Baskonia, and also has the incorporation of Paolo Galbiati as new head coach well advanced. The Italian coach had a contract with Vitoria for next season, but the scenario has changed in recent hours and his departure to the Palau is now practically a done deal.

In this context, Willy Hernangómez's name appears. The center, who has closed a three-season stint at Barça far from expected performance, has his future on track at Baskonia. Although his contract with the blaugrana club has ended, Barça retains his rights, which forces both entities to reach an understanding to unlock the operation.

The formula being discussed involves an exchange of interests without additional financial compensation. Baskonia would facilitate the departures of Xevi Pujol and Paolo Galbiati, while Barça would allow Willy Hernangómez to head to Vitoria at no extra cost for the Basque club.

The agreement would be very advanced and could be finalized in the coming hours. If confirmed, Willy would begin a new chapter at Kosner Baskonia, while Barça would complete two important moves for the construction of its new sporting project.