By Aris Barkas/ barkas@eurohoops.net
After five years with Olympiacos, Thomas Walkup is moving to Dubai BC, with the Greek club announcing the move.
As Eurohoops first revealed in July, Dubai has approached Walkup despite his contract with Olympiacos.
The Greek club initially reacted strongly, since his contract didn’t include a buyout; Walkup unilaterally terminated his contract; however, in the end, the three parties found common ground, resulting in an official transfer.
Per the press release: “Thomas Walkup will continue his career with Dubai Basketball following an agreement reached between the two clubs.
We thank Thomas for his contribution to Olympiacos and wish him every success in the new stage of his career.
In the five years he played for Olympiacos, we won 12 titles, reached 5 consecutive Final Fours, and reached the top of Europe last May. It was a shared journey full of successes, with great moments but also challenges. We hope that this beautiful journey will remain forever in everyone’s hearts and minds.
The agreement with Dubai Basketball also represents the beginning of a closer relationship between the two clubs, which is based on mutual respect and Dubai Basketball’s sincere commitment to the fundamental values of the EuroLeague.”
The last paragraph seems to address the issue of the disciplinary proceedings that EuroLeague opened against Dubai, which is also expected to compensate Olympiacos financially.
With the case closed, it’s safe to assume that there will also be no punishment for Dubai.
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