Ivan Zaytsev, one of the most recognizable faces in Italian volleyball, has signed with Ordu Volleyball Club, a top-tier Azerbaijani team based in Baku. For Ordu VK, runners-up in the 2025/2026 championship and qualified for the 2027 CEV Challenge Cup, this is a prestigious market move.
For 'Tsar' Zaytsev, this is yet another international adventure after stints with Dynamo Moscow, Al Arabi, Kuzbass, and Galatasaray. The Azerbaijani club announced the signing with great enthusiasm, calling him a 'gladiator' ready to lead the team in European competitions.
At 37, Zaytsev continues to embrace new challenges in emerging leagues, bringing experience and charisma to a growing volleyball nation.