Saliou Niang's future hangs on a decision from a Louisiana university, with Virtus waiting for clarity on the player's admission status. The Italian club has struck an agreement allowing Niang to train individually while the process unfolds, according to Walter Fuochi of Repubblica.
Niang is expected to play for a figure exceeding $5 million at the American institution if the move goes through. A verdict is expected soon, and there is optimism within the player's camp. If the outcome is positive, Virtus would receive around $500,000 in compensation to release Niang.
Should the move fall through, Niang would return to Italy, where Virtus and the player would assess their next steps together. Niang signed through the end of the 2026-27 season after playing for Partizan last season.
