Overview
- Gianni Petrucci, head of the Italian Basketball Federation, said Manchester United has “said yes” to joining a planned top-tier European basketball competition.
- Petrucci also indicated a Rome entry is a “very concrete” possibility tied to a wealthy backer.
- The concept envisions 10 to 12 founding franchises in major cities, with participating clubs required to keep competing in their domestic leagues, according to Petrucci.
- The proposed league, described as an NBA–FIBA partnership in reports, is targeting a launch at the start of the 2027–28 season.
- Multiple outlets have sought comment from Manchester United, which has not publicly confirmed involvement as the project’s investor outreach and approvals continue.