The Falcons organization, backed by Saudi investment, has shifted its focus for the 2025 season, targeting three players from HEROIC to join the roster.
According to reports from HLTV.org and CS2 insider Guillaume “neL” Rathier, Damjan “kyxsan” Stoilkovski, René “TeSeS” Madsen, and Abdulkhalik “degster” Gasanov are now the primary targets for Falcons’ off-season roster moves.
Advanced Talks Between Falcons and HEROIC
The discussions between Falcons and HEROIC are reportedly in an advanced stage, with the Saudi-backed organization aiming to finalize deals for the three players. However, the agreements are not yet sealed, and both parties are still negotiating terms.
If the signings go through, Falcons would strengthen its lineup with experienced, high-level players who already have strong team chemistry from their time together at HEROIC.
Shifting Strategies for Falcons
This new direction represents a drastic change in Falcons’ recruitment strategy. Initially, the organization attempted to sign Ilya “m0NESY” Osipov and Jimi “Jimpphat” Salo to pair with incoming star Nikola “NiKo” Kovač.
When those plans fell through, the focus shifted toward younger players like Dmytro “jambo” Semera and Michel “ewjerkz” Pinto. Now, Falcons has set its sights on a well-established trio from HEROIC, signaling a more stable approach.
Impact on HEROIC and the CS2 Landscape
Should the deal go through, it would significantly impact HEROIC, potentially dismantling their current roster. In addition to kyxsan, TeSeS, and degster, HEROIC is reportedly set to lose Guy “NertZ” Iluz to Team Liquid, leaving only Rasmus “sjuush” Beck and coach Eetu “sAw” Saha remaining for 2025.
This shake-up could lead to a shift in the competitive landscape as Falcons would inherit HEROIC’s strong team synergy and Valve Ranking points, providing them with an easier path to invites for tier-one tournaments.
Strategic Advantages for Falcons
Signing players like kyxsan, TeSeS, and degster offers several advantages for Falcons. They would not only have an already cohesive roster but also gain important Valve Ranking points, which will be crucial for earning invitations to major events in 2025.
This would save the team from needing to climb through tier-two tournaments to qualify for higher-tier competitions. Additionally, with kyxsan on board, Magisk would avoid being forced into the IGL role, allowing him to focus on his performance as a rifler.
Concerns Over Falcons’ Direction
Despite the potential benefits, Falcons‘ off-season decisions have raised questions about the organization’s long-term strategy. After initially targeting superstars like NiKo and m0NESY, then shifting to younger prospects, the latest move towards established players from HEROIC shows a lack of consistent direction.
If these constant changes result in a lackluster 2025 performance, head coach Danny “zonic” Sørensen could face mounting criticism for the organization’s lack of a clear strategy.
Conclusion
The Falcons’ pursuit of kyxsan, TeSeS, and degster could be a game-changing move for their 2025 roster. If successful, it would provide the Saudi-backed organization with a solid, experienced team ready for top-tier competition.
However, their rapidly changing plans also reflect an underlying uncertainty, and how well these signings play out will determine whether Falcons can establish themselves as a top contender in CS2.