Johannes Vojtmann is one of the players who left CSKA Moscowdue to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
The German forward / center stressed that he could not play in the “army team” and on the other hand innocent lives could be lost. At the same time, he considers the people of the team they did not show him support for this warwhile stating that he is in the process of terminating his contractwhich is valid until 2023.
«At this stage I could not play for a Russian team. Even talking about basketball, it contains a symbolism that I do not think is right at the moment. The Russian president is responsible for the barbaric war that is killing innocent people in Ukraine, while millions have been forced to flee their homeland and many children have lost their homes and lives. I just could not stay in Russia and at the same time have these things happen to me as if nothing was happening. I would not feel safe in general“, The German forward initially stated in” Kicker “and added:
«I know about the history of CSKA and now it has nothing to do with the army. In fact, I would like to thank the people of the team, as they were open to dialogue and showed understanding for my decision. They did not put any obstacles on me, but neither did the other players who left. The feeling I got from the conversations I had with people in the administration was that none of them supported this war. On the other hand, like other Russian teams, they are suffering from this condition».
For his contract: “To clarify that I have a contract with CSKA Moscow until 2023. Of course I would like to play in a team soon, as I have matches with the national team. I believe that I will soon find an opportunity, although in many leagues the transfer deadline has passed. It will be very difficult for me to continue in CSKA. Even if it all ends quickly, it will not be the same as before. My manager is trying to find a way to terminate my contract with CSKA. However, at the moment it is not easy, as this situation is unprecedented for everyone».
On whether he was returning to Germany and one of the Alba Berlin or Bayern Munich: “I would like to, but I would prefer a multi-year contract with a Euroleague team. But, the important thing is to find a solution with the contract I have with CSKA».
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