Virtus Bologna officially entered a new chapter as head coach Alex Mumbrù directed his first training session at the Palestra Porelli, turning his full attention to club duties after completing international commitments with Germany during the FIBA window for 2027 World Cup qualifying, according to reports from vunerebologna.it.
The Roster Takes Shape in Bologna
According to vunerebologna.it, national team representatives Aliou Diarra, Bobi Klintman, Tommaso Baldasso, Francesco Ferrari, and Marcus Carr are expected to arrive in Bologna over the coming hours to join the group.
The upcoming arrivals follow standout performances during the recent FIBA window, where guards Carr and Diarra notably shone for their respective national sides before returning to the Italian club’s setup.
Pre-Season Schedule and Opening Tests
With Mumbrù now embedded at the training facility, Virtus Bologna’s preparations for the 2026/27 campaign accelerate immediately. The team travels to face Serie A2 side Rinascita Basket Rimini at the PalaFlaminio for their first pre-season friendly fixture.
Following the opening test on the road, the club will formally introduce the roster to supporters during an official team presentation scheduled for Casa Virtus Alfasigma.
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