The Italian SuperLega is entering a crucial stage in building squads for next season, and Bulgarian volleyball players are proving to be among the most sought-after names on the market. According to information fromvolleyweek.bg, Martin Atanasov is among the most sought-after outside hitters in Europe and is already directly influencing transfer dynamics in Italy.
As we have already exclusively reported, Atanasov has rejected an offer from Powervolley Milano and is currently evaluating proposals from several leading championships. Sources claim that the outside hitter is choosing between clubs from:
Italy – the league that has been following his development
Poland – where the market is extremely active
Russia – a country where he has already played for Lokomotiv Novosibirsk
Turkey – a familiar destination from his time at Galatasaray and Ziraat Bankasi, where he worked under the guidance of Lube's current coach, Gianpaolo Medei, during the 2020/21 season.
It is not impossible for Martin Atanasov to continue with Monza, but according to sources, this remains an unlikely scenario. Interest in him is high, and the transfer intrigue surrounding the Bulgarian is one of the most closely watched in Italy.
Moni Nikolov – rumors from Poland, offers from Turkey and Italy
In Polish volleyball groups on X (formerly Twitter), information appeared that Projekt Warszawa has shown interest in the Bulgarian setter. According to posts:
He has an offer from Fenerbahce and four offers from Italy. Two Polish clubs are also inquiring about his future, write well-informed profiles.
However, a mid-season departure from Russia seems unlikely, given Nikolov's stable status at Lokomotiv Novosibirsk.
Alex Grozdanov – possible return to Italy
The name of middle blocker Alex Grozdanov is also appearing more and more frequently in transfer discussions. The Bulgarian has not yet confirmed his stay at Bogdanka, and rumors are sending him to:
Perugia – where it is rumored that the Argentine Agustín Loser is considering a transfer to Japan.
This would open up a spot specifically for Grozdanov, who already knows Serie A1 from his time in Verona.
The remaining transfer lines in Italy according tovolleyball.it
Beyond the Bulgarian names, Italian media also comment on several other potential transfers:
Mathis Enaux – the 20-year-old star of Cuprum Lubin has reached an agreement with Sir Susa Vim Perugia.
Ferre Reggers – Powervolley Milano wants to keep him, but the competition from Modena and Perugia is serious.
Ran Takahashi – a possible return to Italy, as interest in him remains high.
Wassim Ben Tara – although he has a contract with Perugia, his name is regularly linked with other Italian clubs.
Bulgarian internationals Martin Atanasov, Moni Nikolov, and Alex Grozdanov are among the most commented names in Italy's transfer landscape.
One refusal, several lucrative offers, and numerous speculations make the market dynamic, and the Bulgarian presence more significant than ever.
