Her jersey Monaco will continue to wear the Mike Jameswith the Euroleague chief renewing their cooperation with the Monegasians by 2027.
In a statement, Monaco announced that Marik James and the team’s management had given their hands, resulting in end titles in the scenarios that wanted the 34 -year -old to leave.
It is recalled that in early June, Monaco informed that Mike James was temporarily out of the group due to a breach of the club’s internal regulations, but the … punishment was over, with the experienced player continuing in the club.
This is how Vassilis Spanoulis will keep his big star in his team roster, with the Euroleague finalists planning to strengthen their roster ahead of the new season.
Monaco’s announcement
“During the Euroleague Final Four, James suffered a slight injury to the forearm. Shortly thereafter, he was temporarily removed from the team’s activities due to an off -field incident, which, although not related to his behavior as a player, influenced his recovery and required internal investigation.
It was a sensitive situation that needed time, attention and discretion. Unfortunately, during it, there were non -existent rumors and speculations that influenced both Mike and the Association, at a time when both sides remained fully committed to cooperation with each other and proper management of the case.
After a thorough examination, it was found that Mike was unintentionally involved in an attempt to protect other people. The case is now finally closed and everyone is now looking forward.
Although Mike did not participate in the playoffs of the French league, his commitment to Monaco was never disputed. He supported the team all the time, as the team supported him. Mike remains on a contract until 2027 and will return to the action for the 2025-26 season as soon as it receives the green light from the medical team.
The events of recent weeks have not shaken the foundations on which Monaco has been built. Faith, trust and common ambition continue to define the project. Mike James has always embodied these values and remains a key element of the team’s long -term vision. The club has come close to achieving its goal this year, but the trip has not been completed. Attention is now turning to the next step.
Statement by President Alexei Fendoritsev:
“We look forward to welcoming Mike to Monaco – healthy, concentrated and more determined than ever. The team has come close this year, but the mission remains the same. The thirst for distinction is moving.