Aleksander Śliwka Extends Contract with Projekt Warszawa

Aleksander Śliwka, an experienced outside hitter and multiple-time Polish national team player, has ended the period of transfer uncertainty by announcing his decision to stay in the PlusLiga and extend his contract with Projekt Warszawa. The announcement was made on February 25, 2026, and served as a response to speculation that had been building since at least February 24, when media reported the player did not have a signed contract for the next season. Śliwka admitted he had received attractive offers from abroad, particularly from the Turkish league, which would have been financially more beneficial for him. Ultimately, however, the player opted for stability and development with the Polish club. „I was waiting for clubs interested in me, but in the end, the choice was obvious,” Śliwka commented on his decision-making process. Transfers of Polish volleyball players to Turkey have become almost standard for top players in the last decade, seeking both better earnings and the prestige of playing in one of the continent's top leagues. Turkish clubs, thanks to significant budgets, often offer conditions unattainable for Polish teams. For Projekt Warszawa, retaining Śliwka is of immense sporting and marketing importance. The player is not only a key point of the team's attack but also its symbol and experienced leader, which could be crucial in the fight for top spots in the league and European cups. During the press conference, the personal question of the volleyball player's son's future was also raised. Śliwka, anticipating a question about the plans of his son, Jaś, replied that it is definitely too early to think about a professional career. „I expected such a question. For now, it's just play. If he wants to play, we won't forbid him,” he stated, emphasizing that his son shows an interest in the ball. This remark highlights that, in contrast to his own clearly defined club future, his son's plans remain open and dependent on his development and passion. Transfer Saga of Aleksander Śliwki: 24 lutego, 08:47 — First Reports of No Contract; 24 lutego, 08:52 — Śliwka on Club Interest; 24 lutego, 12:36 — Confirmation of Information; 25 lutego, 09:05 — Decision Announcement Imminent; 25 lutego, 09:59 — Official Announcement Śliwka's decision can be seen as a signal for the entire Polish volleyball scene. It shows that the PlusLiga is capable of retaining its biggest stars, not necessarily losing the financial race to richer leagues. This is an important precedent that may influence the decisions of other Polish national team players facing similar dilemmas. Śliwka's stay also strengthens the position of Projekt Warszawa, which is building a team capable of competing for the highest goals both domestically and internationally.