Mid-season break transfers, rumours and roster changes

With the conclusion of CS:GO's last major and the highly anticipated release of Counter-Strike 2 on the horizon, the mid-season break has brought about a flurry of hot transfers and rumours in the professional scene. Let's take a quick look at the big picture.

Reports suggest that NAVI are set to bench npl and there are speculations that they might be considering an international roster. Their star rifler and current in-game leader, electroNic, has made changes to his Steam bio, removing references to NAVI hinting at a potential departure from the organisation. Reports also suggest that NAVI will be releasing Perfecto as well. Although there were rumours about B1ad3's departure as well, s1mple quickly dismissed them during a live stream, confirming B1ad3's continuation with NAVI.

hampus has rejoined Ninjas in Pyjamas (NiP) after taking a break from the competitive scene due to health reasons. As a result, NiP have decided to bench their IGL, Aleksib. During hampus' absence, k0nfig was brought in as his replacement.

Evil Geniuses (EG) are reportedly in talks with the French rifler JACKZ. Sources indicate that EG are also interested in zorte from FORZE and BOROS, an emerging talent who has been making waves in the pro scene.

Falcons, a team looking to go international, have benched misutaaa and have recently signed mhL and lauNX. There are rumours that Falcons are also eyeing BOROS as a potential addition to their roster.

Team Liquid have shown confidence in YEKINDAR's leadership abilities following the departure of nitr0. The team is said to be 'not actively searching for an in-game leader' unless they get an strong offer.

FORZE have put Jerry and zorte up for sale. They have announced their openness to hearing offers and are exploring other options. With electroNic's potential departure from NAVI, Jerry could be a contender for the spot.

As flameZ's contract with OG is nearing its end, the organisation is looking to build a roster around F1KU and are targeting BOROS and regali. OG have been struggling to find success lately and are looking for a complete overhaul. Sources suggest that flameZ is on the brink of taking over dupreeh's role in Vitality.

Reports say there may be a battle between paiN, FURIA, and Imperial in Brazil, for the acquisition of FalleN amidst the ongoing roster changes in the region.

Sources indicate that MOUZ is currently in talks with GamerLegion regarding siuhy's return to the organisation, potentially replacing their current IGL, dexter.

ESC have unveiled an all-Ukrainian roster featuring the likes Edward and bondik, two veterans of the game.