Kati Officially Leaves MVK, Possible Retirement
Before the 2026 season began, MVK announced that SofM would return as a player. In fact, the former World Championship runner-up played 2 games, but by then, the outcome had almost been decided, and he could not help his team secure a victory against opponents with superior form and strength. MVK continued to finish LCP Split 1 without any achievements, and recently, they officially bid farewell to veteran Mid Laner Kati.
However, if Kati truly leaves MVK, it is highly likely that he will also bid farewell to his professional gaming career. Currently, the VCS tournament no longer holds the same appeal or investment as before. At the same time, there are almost no teams that can reach the level of those competing in the LCP. For example, MVK last year, during a time of fluctuating performance, still managed to defeat Dino Gaming, a team that also includes many players who have made a name for themselves in the VCS.
Therefore, with Kati leaving MVK and no team capable of building a strong enough roster to recruit him, combined with the numerous accolades he has achieved and the fact that he is gradually nearing the end of his career, the possibility that Kati will conclude his player journey after leaving MVK is quite high. After his player career ends, Kati may transition to new roles such as position coach or analyst.
Although surprising, this may also be a beautiful conclusion for Kati
After a long journey of battles, Kati has achieved all the glory that a VCS player could wish for. He is also one of the most promising Mid Laners in the VCS after Optimus retired. Kati has maintained a professional attitude throughout his career, and therefore, if this is the end for him, the audience will still respect his decision, marking the most beautiful conclusion for a former VCS champion.
As for MVK, they will likely use Seany, a player who has also been promoted to the first team, instead of recruiting a completely new face for the upcoming season.