Spanish Jungler Elyoya to Stay with MAD Lions for 2023 Season
Javier “Elyoya” Prades Batalla, the talented Spanish jungler, has decided to continue his career with the LEC team MAD Lions for the upcoming 2023 season. Despite receiving significant interest from other European teams like Fnatic and G2 Esports, as well as offers from abroad, Elyoya has chosen to remain with MAD Lions until the end of his contract next year, according to a report by Jaxon.gg.
The decision comes after intense negotiations between MAD Lions and other interested organizations. G2 Esports and Fnatic were particularly interested in acquiring Elyoya, but unfortunately, no agreement could be reached. MAD Lions, however, has expressed its desire to build their team around Elyoya for next year, making him a vital part of their roster.
Elyoya Stays Put Despite Other Offers
Fnatic showed interest in bringing Elyoya on board, but a deal couldn’t be finalized. G2 Esports, on the other hand, wanted Elyoya as their starting jungler and made an offer of €800,000 to MAD Lions. However, the Spanish team declined the offer, leading G2 Esports to sign the LFL star jungler Yike for the 2023 season.
MAD Lions Firm on Keeping Elyoya
With the deadline for negotiations now passed, MAD Lions has made it clear that they will not be entertaining any more offers for Elyoya. Their intention is to have him as an essential part of their LEC roster for the upcoming 2023 season, indicating their commitment to returning to success after a disappointing year.
Elyoya’s Success and Future
Elyoya has made a name for himself as one of the top junglers in the LEC since his debut in 2021. He played a pivotal role in MAD Lions’ victory in both LEC splits that year and helped them qualify for Worlds 2022. Although their run at Worlds was cut short in the play-in stage, MAD Lions is determined to bounce back and regain their glory in the coming year, with Elyoya at the core of their 2023 lineup.
The official League free agency period is set to begin on Monday, Nov. 21.
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