Ndiaye arrives on loan at Joventut until the end of the season

Eli John Ndiaye becomes the new verdinegro player after reaching an agreement between ASISA Joventut and Real Madrid. The 2.04-meter tall forward-center, born in Guediawaye on June 26, 2004, arrives in Badalona with the goal of bringing energy, intensity, and versatility to the interior game of the Penya. His inclusion addresses the need to strengthen a key position in the team led by Dani Miret, who was looking for an athletic profile capable of competing at the elite level of the ACB.

A versatile and dynamic profile

Ndiaye stands out for his exceptional athletic ability and mobility on both sides of the court. Defensively, his physique and willingness allow him to face different types of players, while his ability to fight for rebounds makes him a particularly valuable element for Joventut's defensive structure. His defensive versatility enables him to adapt to various tactical schemes.

On offense, the agility and mobility of the Senegalese player allow him to run the court smoothly and play both near the basket and from the perimeter. His three-point scoring ability expands the team's offensive possibilities, providing varied attacking options that complement the verdinegro team's play. This offensive versatility is an added value in the ACB competition.

Path in the youth categories of Real Madrid

Trained in the youth categories of Real Madrid from a very young age, Ndiaye was identified as one of the players with the greatest potential in his generation. During his time in the lower categories of the white club, he completed his development as a player and achieved significant accomplishments. He was a Junior European Champion and won the MVP award of the competition, demonstrating his level in the elite of European youth basketball.

His growth in the Madrid youth system allowed him to reach the first team of Real Madrid, where he has accumulated valuable experience. With the white team, he has won a EuroLeague, three ACB Leagues, one Copa del Rey, and three Supercups, participating in a winning project that has allowed him to understand the demands of the highest European and domestic competition.

Experience in the North American G-League

After completing his training in Madrid, Ndiaye made the leap to the United States, where he joined the College Park Skyhawks, the Atlanta Hawks' affiliate in the G-League. During the previous season, the Senegalese player recorded averages of 8.1 points and 6.9 rebounds per game, consolidating his development as a professional player in a highly competitive league.

This experience in the G-League has allowed him to acquire competitive rhythm and adapt to different tactical schemes, aspects that will be fundamental for his performance in the ACB. The competition and intensity of the North American league have refined his game and prepared him to face the challenges posed by the elite of Spanish basketball.

New cycle at ASISA Joventut

This summer, Ndiaye renewed his contract with Real Madrid, but he will play the 2026-27 season on loan at ASISA Joventut. The player arrives in Badalona with significant experience and the intention to continue growing in the elite of the ACB. His incorporation strengthens the team's options in the paint, providing an athletic and versatile alternative that complements Joventut's project.

The loan allows Ndiaye to continue his development in a high-level competition while Joventut benefits from the addition of a young player with international experience and a winning mentality. Under the technical guidance of Dani Miret, the Senegalese forward-center will seek to establish himself in the ACB and demonstrate that he can be a decisive element in the internal game of the verdinegro team for the remainder of the season.

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