Nico Mannion faced a significant health challenge after the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. While representing the Italian national team, he contracted a severe intestinal infection.. Virtus Bologna are getting closer to a contract extension with a 21-year-old point guard Nico Mannion, a few sources confirmed to BasketNews. Both sides are expected to sign.
What Happened To Nico Mannion
While representing Italy in the Olympic Games, Mannion contracted a severe intestinal infection that would dramatically alter his career path. According to reports, Mannion began experiencing health issues during the Olympics but initially ignored the symptoms.