In a swift move to address a challenging start to their season, basketball club Crvena Zvezda has brought back Brazilian point guard Yago dos Santos. The 26-year-old, who had recently parted ways with the team, is rejoining to help the club as it deals with a growing list of injured players.
This decision highlights the team’s urgent need for experienced players. With several key members sidelined, bringing back a familiar face like Santos provides a quick and reliable solution to strengthen their lineup for the demanding EuroLeague schedule.
👋 A Familiar Face Returns to Help
Yago dos Santos is set to make his return to Belgrade. He will first complete the necessary medical checks before rejoining his teammates and coaching staff. If everything goes well, he will sign a contract that keeps him with the team until the end of the 2025-26 season. This move comes as a direct response to the team’s current difficulties on the court.
🤕 Team Struggles with Multiple Injuries
Crvena Zvezda is currently facing a serious injury crisis. Key players like Joel Bolomboy, Isaiah Canaan, Ognjen Dobric, and Devonte’ Graham are already unable to play. The situation worsened after Jasiel Rivero also got hurt during the first EuroLeague game of the season, and he may be out for a long time. Coach Giannis Sfairopoulos had already mentioned the need for a new guard, and these mounting injuries have made reinforcements essential.
🏆 What Santos Brings to the Team
During his previous two seasons with Crvena Zvezda, Santos was a valuable member of the team, playing in 63 EuroLeague games. In the 2024-25 season, he averaged 6.3 points and 3.3 assists per game. He is also a proven winner, having helped the team win the ABA League, the Serbian League, and two Radivoj Korac Cups, making him a reliable player who already knows the team’s system well.
