Tanaskovic returns to Partizan with a multi-year contract
Nikola Tanaskovic, 28-year-old Serbian power forward, has closed his return to Partizan Mozzart Bet after seven years away from the club. The player has signed a multi-year contract and is preparing to debut in the Euroleague next season.
The Partizan Mozzart Bet has officially announced the signing of Nikola Tanaskovic, who is returning home after leaving in 2019. The Serbian power forward, born on October 21, 1997, becomes one of the most relevant additions in the summer market for the Belgrade team, completing an ambitious project under the direction of coach Joan Penarroya.
A return to roots
Tanaskovic has a long history with the black and white organization. He joined the youth categories in 2011, as a young boy, and in December 2015 signed his first professional contract with the Serbian club. During his early seasons at Partizan, the player became part of a winning project that culminated in winning the Radivoj Korac Cup in 2018, shortly before his departure in 2019.
After leaving Belgrade, Tanaskovic played for several European teams, establishing himself as an important figure in continental basketball. His accumulated experience during these years, both at the national team level and in club competitions, make him a mature and experienced profile for his return.
International and continental experience
The power forward is a regular in the Serbian national team, where he has shown his worth in the FIBA World Cup 2027 qualifiers. In that tournament, Tanaskovic averaged 12.0 points per game, making an immediate impact in his first six international appearances.
In club competitions, his most notable stint was with Buducnost VOLI in Podgorica, where he served as captain for three seasons. In his third season with the Montenegrin team, he played 19 games in the BKT EuroCup, starting in 18 matches. His stats were impressive: 11.9 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 0.7 steals, and 0.3 blocks per game.
In total, Tanaskovic has played 48 games in the BKT EuroCup, providing valuable continental experience that will be crucial for the debut in the EuroLeague.
Key reinforcement for Penarroya's project
Tanaskovic's addition is part of a very active transfer market led by Joan Penarroya. The coach has spearheaded several prominent signings, including Alessandro Pajola, Lamar Stevens, and Kevarrius Hayes, forming a competitive team for the 2026-27 EuroLeague and ABA Liga AdmiralBet seasons.
Partizan boasts a deep and varied squad, including players like Mitar Bosnjakovic, Tonye Jekiri, Carlik Jones, Arijan Lakic, Joffrey Lauvergne, Vanja Marinkovic, and Mario Nakic alongside Tanaskovic. This lineup reflects the Serbian club's ambition to compete on two fronts in the upcoming season.
A Serbian homecoming
For Tanaskovic, this return signifies a full circle. The player developed in Partizan's youth categories, had his initial professional experiences at the club, and now returns as an established international player, with European competition experience and as a former captain of a rival team. His maturity and knowledge of the Belgrade project are valuable assets for a Partizan aiming to compete in the EuroLeague.
The Serbian power forward will have the opportunity to play in his first top-tier continental tournament, a significant milestone in his career that coincides with returning to the team where he grew as a professional. With his signing, Partizan rounds off a summer of strategic reinforcements geared towards an ambitious project for the upcoming seasons.
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