Galbiati Set to Return to Italy National Team Staff

Paolo Galbiati is reportedly preparing to rejoin the Italy national team ahead of the November 2027 World Cup qualifiers. The former Baskonia head coach will work alongside Luca Banchi, who leads the national team. Galbiati served with the national team between 2021 and 2022 and also took part in the Tokyo Olympics.

Galbiati was dismissed by Baskonia a few weeks ago. The club had won the Copa del Rey last season. According to reports, Galbiati's return would be a choice that provides continuity, as he and Banchi previously worked together at Auxilium Torino.

Banchi's move to Olimpia Milano came after Peppe Poeta was removed from his post. The federation is reportedly open to Banchi holding both roles, but it is asking for a guarantee from him for the World Cup qualifiers against Turkey and Serbia. Banchi is reported to remain in charge of the national team until 2028.

Reports say the overlaps between the EuroLeague and FIBA calendars for the three games at the end of November have not yet been resolved, and the organizational details still need to be finalized.