Intense Speculation and Excitement as mid-season transfer period heats up for Chinese esports, fans across the country are on edge over potential roster changes
League of Legends fans across China are on the edge of their seats as the mid-season transfer period intensifies, with rumors swirling about player movements within the Chinese esports scene. The latest developments revolve around professional players Breathe and Han Art from respective teams WBG and JDG.

27 November 2023
On Weibo, a popular social media platform in China, users are buzzing with excitement and speculation over potential roster changes. According to reports, both WBG and JDG have shown interest in acquiring Breathe's services. While official announcements from the clubs have yet to be made, rumors of a possible transfer have sparked intense debate among fans.
One Weibo user, @Hanyi, shared their thoughts on the competitive landscape for several key players. According to them, RNG is in discussion with LWX, competing against TES and LNG for Ming's acquisition while JDG and WBG are vying for Breathe's signature. The user also mentioned that negotiations for Daojie and Life Able have stalled recently due to differences in price discussions; a development that has led some users to express reservations about joining teams such as LNG or HANG.
Meanwhile, WBGG's official blog acknowledged the anxiety surrounding the transfer period, advising fans to be cautious of rumors and marketing titles. They emphasized that decisions will be made based on official announcements from the clubs themselves, reiterating their commitment to transparency and fairness in the process.
As the speculation continues unabated, fans have expressed a mix of emotions ranging from excitement and anticipation to frustration and annoyance. Some users have questioned the authenticity of certain rumors, while others have voiced their support for their favorite players regardless of the team they end up in.
One user's post read, "Is Ho Hu's replacement?" - a reference to JDG's apparent interest in acquiring Breathe as a potential replacement for former player Ho Hu. Yet another user expressed frustration with the Chinese League of Legends scene, likening it to constipation and criticizing teams that struggle to beat LCK (South Korean league) opponents for three days straight.
Despite the uncertainty and controversy surrounding these rumors, fans remain hopeful and anxious for official announcements from their favorite clubs. As one user exclaimed, "Enough, I'm tired of breathing!" - a sentiment reflective of the impatience and anticipation felt by many followers of China's League of Legends scene as they eagerly await news on player movements during this critical period in the competitive season.