The way is open for Milutinov: Officially released by CSKA

Past and formal from CSKA constitutes after a four o Nikola Milutinov.

The Serbian centre-back’s contract is up and the Moscow club have thanked him for his services, with Olympic to have the first reason for its acquisition, as this is a great desire of the player himself.

“Thank you, Niko! After the expiration of his contract, center Nikola Milutinov is leaving our team“, CSKA reports about the 28-year-old ace, who was named MVP in the VTB League this year.

In total, Milutinov played in 119 games with CSKA averaging 12.2 points (65.4% on 2-pointers and 78.9% on field goals), 8.6 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 0.6 blocks. .

The president of CSKA, Andrei Vatutinemphasized: “Nikola is one of the three best, if not the best, centre-backs in Europe at the moment. He is also an amazing person. Last year he had the chance to leave for a Euroleague team, but he assured me that he would stay and wanted to help CSKA win the title again. We couldn’t get the trophy, but that has nothing to do with his dedication. He showed character, professionalism and, despite injuries, a willingness to help in every game. It’s impossible to replace a player like that, but that’s life. It is difficult to put into words my gratitude to him. We wish him much success at the highest level. We will miss him and watch him at his new team».

The Serbian ace himself said: “It’s hard to say goodbye to all the fantastic teammates, friends and fans I met at CSKA and Moscow. I enjoyed every moment I played here. It was an honor to play at such a great and historic club. But it’s time to move on. I wish everyone good luck. I am sure that CSKA will return to the top of Europe and we will meet again».

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Upon expiration of his contract, center Nikola Milutinov leaves our team.
To the chagrin of all CSKA fans, the four-year path of the Serbian big man in our team has come to an end. pic.twitter.com/2HtpZdjzfg

— CSKA Moscow (@cskabasket) May 30, 2023