According to League of Legends insider Wooloo, many support players have yet to sign with an LEC team for the upcoming 2024 season. This has created a competitive situation where supports are vying for the limited number of available spots in the league.
Wooloo’s article, published on Nov. 6, highlights that European Regional League (ERL) teams have already locked in their signings earlier than usual, leaving many support players uncertain about their future. As a result, there are currently five vacant support positions in Excel, Fnatic, KOI, SK Gaming, and Team Vitality.
While these teams are reportedly in discussions with multiple players for the support role, there is still a significant number of support players without a team. Wooloo mentions that Karmine Corp is also in discussions but Targamas is likely to start for them, leaving little room for doubt.
The article emphasizes that there is a pool of talented support players waiting for an opportunity to join the top European league. However, with only five spots available and several players from the previous LEC split still searching for a team, not everyone will be able to compete at the same level next year. Notable players in this situation include Trymbi, Hylissang, and Rekkles.
Additionally, the uncertainty is further heightened by the fact that LEC spots were secured earlier than usual this year, leaving support players with limited options. The final decision on the support role often depends on the botlaners, who are signed beforehand and have a say in choosing their support player.
Wooloo predicts that the situation will likely become clearer once KOI’s midlaner Larssen makes a decision. It is expected that some rookies will secure spots in the LEC, but the exact outcome remains uncertain.
| Team | Support Position |
|---|---|
| Excel | Vacant |
| Fnatic | Vacant |
| KOI | Vacant |
| SK Gaming | Vacant |
| Team Vitality | Vacant |
Source: DOTESPORTS
