We have T1 TenZ, T1 Crashies, FUT Aspas, VIT Jawgemo, WBG BABYBAY, FNC Valyn, KC N4RRATE, BLG Alvinboy, EDG Rossy and TH Chloric.
Koalanoob travelled to Shanghai after he lost to Masterclass in OQ. He's definitely trialling for a Chinese tier 1 team if he already left his wife and daughter for China.
Satellite also went to China to trial for TYLOO after he lost to Xora Esports in OQ.
What is with non-American GMs and their obsession with signing American players?
3 out of the 4 top teams in champs were Americas. Won almost every international. They're hoping to get more than just a player.
Aspas very american
south american is still american
Is it? This is the first time I’ve ever heard a South American be referred to as “American” usually they’re referred to by their country to not be confused with USA
First time you've heard a South what?
I think the US tends to just claim the identity because a United Statesan sounds stupid.
Contrary to popular belief, the US is not the entirety of "America"
he's literally South NA??
Strongest and girthiest region.
For China, it's about finding a way to make their league accessible and interesting to foreign markets. Not many people watch China just for V-God, Swagzor, or F4ngeer. T1 have insane money to try to make an all-star roster. French teams love imports. WBG have nothing to lose as a new partner team. EDG lost the plot getting Rossy. FUT are truly doing anything to remain relevant.
It's just making sure they have as many viewers tuning in to watch their games and buy their bundles.
Try doing it the opposite way round when acquiring imports from China or APAC; you get language barrier issues and a fair amount of homesickness.
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