LPL Transfer Window Scoop! Major Powerhouse Makes Big Move, Spending Heavily to Acquire Korean Talent, BLG Faces Risk of Disbandment

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As the S15 World Championship draws to a close, transfer windows in all major regions will soon begin. Following this year’s major setbacks, the LPL’s odds of claiming the championship next year have diminished greatly, causing many sponsors to consider leaving.

Nevertheless, even in such a tough landscape, there are still LPL teams fully dedicated to assembling elite rosters.

LPL Transfer Window News: JDG Spending Big to Acquire Players

There have been many transfer window rumors recently in the LPL, with the most notable being Homme’s statement that if the LPL can consolidate talent effectively, they stand a chance to defeat LCK teams. In simple terms, despite the limited talent pool, it would be best if one team steps up to build a luxury, top-tier lineup.

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Current leaks suggest that the team most likely to achieve this is surprisingly JDG, who did not perform well this year.

JDG invested heavily last year but failed to deliver results this season. However, JDG remains the biggest powerhouse in the LPL with the strongest financial backing, stronger than any other team. If JDG chooses not to tank, the LPL could have a real chance to form a strong roster.

Recent announcements reveal that JDG’s affiliated company has increased its capital to 250 million yuan, more than doubling from 140 million. Several key personnel have changed, including the legal representative Lan Baiqing, also known as Blue Lotus.

According to insider Red Tea, JDG will focus on strengthening the mid and support roles. Additionally, the player competing for Zeus in the LPL might very well be JDG’s target.

JDG’s Ideal Lineup Analysis, BLG Faces Disbandment Threat

JDG’s roster has many issues this year and requires a major overhaul. The ideal lineup would have Knight as mid laner, a support position contested between On and Kael, Xun possibly retained as jungler, and the top lane options are limited. The best-case scenario would be acquiring Zeus, though this is quite difficult.

Among domestic top laners, there are few truly elite prospects left. If BLG disbands, Bin would be a great choice; otherwise, AL is the only other option.

As for coaching, the best move would be to bring back Homme. The top coaches in the LPL right now are Tabe and Homme. Having a top-tier roster plus a great coach is essential for any LPL team.

Regarding BLG, the latest rumors indicate that two players are likely to leave soon. The first guesses point to the two junglers on BLG, who indeed have the highest chances of departure, but honestly, other players might also leave.

Especially if mid laner Knight leaves, BLG might fall apart. The best way for JDG to break up BLG is to lure Knight over first, then attract other top players to join.

IG Retains Popular Players, TES Faces Biggest Uncertainty

At present, JDG and BLG have better chances of building top-tier rosters. In my opinion, for these two teams to form elite lineups, a key factor is securing a strong coach. Then there is AL team, which has two crucial conditions to renew contracts for their jungle and support players.

First, AL must strengthen their ADC position. Second, AL needs to offer more money to match the players’ market value.

IG is basically set to keep their popular players next year. The ideal scenario is no roster changes and full contract renewals, which would basically meet their goals. It’s said IG’s current roster has been profitable, so they might even consider some upgrades.

The team with the biggest uncertainty is TES. After another failure this year, the first question is whether Guo Hao will continue as manager. The second question is whether TES will maintain a high level of investment during the transfer window to keep the team competitive.

Simply put, if any of the top-ranked LPL teams experience disbandment or multiple player departures, other teams will have the opportunity to make crucial reinforcements. Fans can look forward to more surprising news during the upcoming transfer window.