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Juan Gomez de Liano heads to Korea, signs with Seoul SK


Juan Gomez de Liano’s next journey will take him to Korea.

The 6-foot guard has signed with Seoul SK for the 2023-24 Korean Basketball League season.

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“I’m extremely happy, bro, to be part of such an amazing organization – a well-known and highly respected team in Asia,” said Gomez de Liano as he signed a three-year deal with SK with the third year being a player option.

This will be the 23-year-old University of the Philippine product’s third overseas stint.

“It was an opportunity I simply couldn’t pass up. I’m all about personal growth, and joining this team aligns perfectly with my ambitions as a basketball player,” he expressed.

Back in the 2021-22 season, Gomez de Liano was in Japan, playing for B2 team Earthfriends Tokyo Z.

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His stint there only lasted for 17 games.

Gomez de Liano regained his confidence with Marinerong Pilipino in the 2022 PBA D-League season, winning MVP honors in the tournament.

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This led to the young guard heading to Lithuania, signing with BC Wolves.

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Now, he joins a Knights team that is coming off a finals appearance.

SK Knights are also qualified for the 2023-24 EASL season.

“I am truly grateful and excited for this next journey.”

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