By Stefan Acevski / info@eurohoops.net
Aleksander Balcerowski has officially become the new basketball player for Barcelona, the Catalan team announced on their social media.
Just a few days after officially confirming his departure from Unicaja, Balcerowski has found a new club and will play again in the EuroLeague. Previously, he was part of the elite during the 2023-2024 season, when he won the EuroLeague with Panathinaikos.
Barcelona previously confirmed the arrival of Aleksander Sekulic as head coach, followed by the signings of Justin Robinson, Josh Nebo, Umoja Gibson, Agustin Ubal and Stanley Umude.
Barcelona’s statement and biography
FC Barcelona and Polish centre Aleksander ‘Olek’ Balcerowski have reached an agreement on a contract that will keep him at the club until 30 June 2028. Palau Blaugrana fans will be able to enjoy the 25-year-old, 2.16-metre centre for at least the next two seasons. He joins from Unicaja Málaga to add strength and presence in the paint at both ends of the court. Having been released by the Andalusian club, the Pole arrives on a free transfer.
Despite still being only 25, Balcerowski has already enjoyed a short but highly successful career, winning the EuroCup (2023), the EuroLeague (2024), the Greek League (2024), two FIBA Intercontinental Cups (2024 and 2025), the Spanish Super Cup (2024), the Basketball Champions League (2025) and the Copa del Rey (2025) during spells with Gran Canaria, Panathinaikos and Unicaja.
Born in Świdnica, in south-west Poland, on 19 November 2000, Balcerowski joins Barça as a homegrown player under ACB regulations thanks to his years at Gran Canaria. He is a mobile centre, more technical than physical, with excellent screening ability, the athleticism to run the floor, and the height to finish effectively around the basket, whether through dunks or a soft touch from close range. Yet despite his height, he is also capable of shooting accurately from three-point range.
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