Sheep Esports reports that Kacper “Inspired” Słoma, the acclaimed Polish jungler, will compete for LYON in the 2026 League of Legends Championship Series (LCS). Despite strong offers from Team Liquid and a renewal opportunity with FlyQuest, Inspired opted to sign with LYON.
According to sources, multiple teams from both North America and Europe sought to recruit the two-time LCS MVP, but LYON outbid competitors with the highest offer. This move positions Inspired among the league’s top earners for the upcoming season.
LYON is committed to assembling a strong lineup for the 2026 season. The team’s new roster will feature midlaner Kang “Saint” Sung-in, alongside a yet-to-be-announced AD Carry expected to come from South Korea.
The organization’s management has been actively shaping the future roster, marking a busy offseason after parting ways with most of its 2025 lineup, including head coach Gabriel “Khynm” Roussy and strategic coach Tobías “Pointless” Riscica.
“LYON made the most significant push to sign Inspired, presenting him with the highest offer,” shared a source close to Sheep Esports.
After losing both of its championship-winning coaches, LYON is in talks with leading LTA head coaches to fill the vacancies. The club aims to rebuild momentum and regain its title-winning form following a challenging debut in the Latin American scene.
Inspired’s transfer to LYON symbolizes a major power shift in the LCS, with the organization betting heavily on experience and new leadership to reclaim its winning status.
Author’s summary: Inspired’s move to LYON highlights the team’s ambition to dominate the 2026 LCS season with a renewed roster and strategic leadership overhaul.