In the off-season transfer window of 2023, T1 had two important tasks and they executed them very well: retaining core players and recruiting a true coaching staff. The trio of Zeus, Gumayusi, and Keria had their contracts expire after the conclusion of Worlds 2023. At the same time, T1 definitely needed a real head coach after Bengi left the role midway through the season. The most successful team in the League of Legends scene has accomplished both of these tasks, notably welcoming back legendary coach KkOma.
For a team like T1, stability and ingrained team culture are extremely important requirements. Therefore, T1 rarely participates in the transfer market to add new names. When they do, it has typically been former members of T1 (Bengi, Coach KkOma, Sky) or former members from the youth team. In some instances when T1 has engaged in the transfer market, the number of successful and unsuccessful deals has been almost equal.
However, recently, according to a revelation from Faker, T1 may still have one undisclosed new member. Specifically, in a recent share, Faker stated: “Right now we already have a new team. Recently, we also visited the home of the new member, as well as the home of the team’s manager (possibly Becker – General Manager).” Thus, according to Faker’s disclosure, the entire team has visited the home of a new member who may join T1 in the upcoming season.
Faker inadvertently revealed that T1 is having a new member
Many netizens have speculated extensively. In the recent transfer window, T1 added Rekkles and Coach KkOma as two “newcomers” to the team. However, typically, Faker would directly call out the name of his close coach. Furthermore, after the coach reunited with T1, Faker also mentioned that the entire team visited Coach KkOma’s home and family. Meanwhile, Rekkles has just moved to the LCK and there is no evidence to suggest he has purchased a house in Seoul. Therefore, it could be a character yet to be disclosed.
Although Faker did not specifically reveal who it is, it could be a prominent figure or someone who will surprise the audience. The new season is approaching, and fans can certainly expect T1 to bring surprises in the new year.