Barcelona continues its search for a head coach for next season, and a major new name has entered the conversation: Zeljko Obradovic. According to Xavi Ballesteros reporting in L'Esportiu, the Blaugrana are considering the possibility of bringing in the most decorated coach in EuroLeague history if Xavi Pascual departs for Dubai Basketball.
The situation at Barcelona's bench remains completely open. In recent days, profiles such as Ibon Navarro, with whom there would reportedly be a preliminary agreement, or Vassilis Spanoulis had gained traction, but now Obradovic's name enters the picture squarely.
The 66-year-old Serbian coach must decide in the coming days whether to return to coaching after his departure from Partizan. Obradovic had made clear that he would make a definitive decision about his future following the EuroLeague Final Four, and several major European clubs remain closely watching his next move.
The possible arrival of the Balkan coach would represent a massive boost for the Barcelona project, especially at a moment of uncertainty within the basketball section. Beyond replacing a hypothetical departure of Xavi Pascual, signing Obradovic would bring experience, prestige, and immediate credibility to Barcelona's reconstruction.
The Serbian coach boasts a unique record in Europe after winning nine EuroLeague titles with Partizan, Joventut, Real Madrid, Panathinaikos, and Fenerbahçe, establishing himself as the most successful coach in the competition.