Yoan Makoundou could finally join FC Barcelona. One year after a first agreement that fell through due to AS Monaco's refusal to release him, the French big man is in negotiations with the Catalan club according to our information.
Yoan Makoundou
Position:
Power Forward / Center
Height:
207 cm
Age:
26 years (08/09/2000)
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Betclic Élite Finals — AS Monaco claimed its first-ever Betclic Élite title on June 23, 2026, defeating Paris Basketball 101-92 in a decisive Game 5 marked by controversy, a stunning fourth-quarter comeback, and standout performances from Jaron Blossomgame and Elie Okobo.
ByJulien Burke-
Betclic Elite Semifinals — Nanterre 92 erased a double-digit deficit in the final quarter to defeat AS Monaco 98-89 in Game 2, leveling the best-of-5 series at 1-1. A 36-18 run in the last period sealed a stunning road victory at the Salle Gaston Médecin.
ByJulien Burke-
Betclic ELITE Quarterfinals — With four players scoring 20 or more points, AS Monaco dispatched Bourg-en-Bresse 114-103 in Game 2, sweeping the series 2-0 with a performance that revealed the layers of their playoff ambitions.
ByJulien Burke-
EuroLeague Crisis - AS Monaco Basket endured a crushing 104-87 defeat against Zalgiris Kaunas, marking their fourth consecutive EuroLeague loss amid ongoing off-court turmoil. Coach Vassilis Spanoulis admitted his team was completely outplayed in Lithuania.
French National Team - Called up as replacement for Mathias Lessort's absence, Yoan Makoundou will not participate in France's preparation for EuroBasket 2025. The center leaves the team even before the first friendly match against Montenegro.
Betclic ELITE - As of July 13, AS Monaco has only announced one signing, Kevarrius Hayes, and two departures, Mam' Jaiteh and Vitto Brown. An unusual discretion for the Roca Team, while its rivals are moving forward with their rosters for 2025-2026.
EuroLeague - Yoan Makoundou, who came through Cholet's youth academy and is under contract with Monaco, could join FC Barcelona. According to Ouest-France, the French international is in advanced talks with the Catalan club following his season at Türk Telekom Ankara.
