Partizan Issue Injury Update on Tonye Jekiri

Pulse Sports Team 12:41 - 18 October 2026

Partizan will be without center Tonye Jekiri until the end of the month after the club confirmed an abductor injury.

Partizan big man Tonye Jekiri was forced off late in the first half of Thursday's clash against Fenerbahce after suffering a thigh issue and did not return to the court.

The injury was later identified as an abductor strain, with the club waiting until their return to Belgrade to conduct comprehensive medical exams and determine the extent of the damage.

Following tests on Saturday, it was confirmed that Jekiri will be sidelined for at least two weeks. Partizan announced that a follow-up evaluation will take place after that period to establish a clearer timeline for his return to action.

Tonye Jekiri Medical Update: Partizan center Tonye Jekiri sustained an abductor strain in the game against Fenerbahce. The player faces a spell on the sidelines, with follow-up examinations scheduled in two weeks to pinpoint his exact return date. — KK Partizan

His side are in action today against Bosna in Round 4 of the ABA League, before hosting rivals Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet in EuroLeague Round 7 later this week.

The Black-and-Whites remain unbeaten in the regional competition (2-0), but hold a 3-3 record in Europe's premier competition following three consecutive defeats against Real Madrid, Panathinaikos, and Fenerbahce.

With an already depleted roster, Jekiri's absence delivers another significant blow to head coach Joan Penarroya, particularly given the center's crucial role as the team's primary rebounding anchor.