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AS Monaco president Alekszej Fedoricsev has called on EuroLeague officials to secure the club’s future with a permanent place in the competition.

In a statement released by the team, Fedoricsev emphasized that the team has proven its worth both on and off the court. “We have shown our value. We have brought the results. We have brought in top players. We have added credibility to the league,” he said.

The push comes as Monaco continues to operate without an A License, the agreement that guarantees a permanent EuroLeague spot for select clubs. Most A License holders play in larger arenas, typically exceeding 10,000 seats, while Monaco’s home court, Salle Gaston Médecin, seats just 5,000.

Fedoricsev made it clear that building a new arena is his top priority. “At this scale, investment means one thing. A new arena. That is the goal. I would even say it is an obsession,” he stated.

The Salle Gaston Médecin is part of the Stade Louis II complex, and while the venue has undergone renovations in recent years, it remains the smallest in the league. Expanding or replacing the arena is seen as essential for Monaco’s long-term EuroLeague ambitions.

Monaco’s rise in European basketball has been rapid. Since winning the EuroCup in 2020–21, the club has secured third place in the EuroLeague in 2022–23 and finished as runners-up in the 2024–25 season.

Fedoricsev argued that the team’s consistent performance shows it belongs at the top level. “It is the only way to lift the club to its full potential. But we cannot do it without long-term vision. We cannot build alone,” he said.

The president also urged the league to think beyond individual clubs. “If this league wants to grow, the structure must grow with it. We have shown what we can bring. Now the system must decide what it wants.”

A permanent EuroLeague spot would not only secure Monaco’s place in future seasons but also support investment in facilities, sponsorships, and roster building. The move would align with EuroLeague’s broader push to expand its global reach and commercial appeal.