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Team BDS acquires Schalke 04's LEC slot
Team BDS is set to acquire Schalke 04's LEC Slot and will join the LEC in 2022.
We are happy to welcome the Swiss organisation, Team BDS, to the LEC come 2022 Spring Split! Team BDS is going to replace Schalke 04 Esports after acquiring their slot in the league.
Although still quite young, Team BDS is already a well-established and accomplished organisation, dedicated to the growth of esports while remaining close to the community. Home to talented player rosters across several games, Team BDS is on its way to becoming a new force to be reckoned with within competitive gaming. The BDS LFL team is one of the top competitors in the French league, having finished in the top four of the regular 2021 Spring Split and the Spring Playoffs.
While we are looking forward to welcoming Team BDS to the LEC, we will never forget the fantastic years we spent with Schalke 04 whose miracle run was one of the most memorable LEC storylines since its inception (we’re still not tired of talking about it). We want to thank Schalke 04 for five amazing years and for always being fantastic partners also throughout the entire sale process. You will be greatly missed!
Schalke 04 will continue to compete in the LEC until the end of the 2021 season. We wish the team the best of luck in their remaining matches and look forward to making some great final memories together. At the same time, we cannot wait to see how Team BDS will shake things up starting next Spring Split. We believe the org will be a great addition to the LEC.
Be sure to follow Schalke 04 and the rest of the LEC teams in Summer Split action on [lolesports.com][1]!
**FAQ**
**What happens with Schalke’s 04 LEC players?**
Schalke 04 owns the player contracts until the end of the season. There will be no direct impact from the sale on the players until the Free Agency period in November.
**What happens with Schalke’s 04 Prime League team and their players?**
This is yet to be determined.
**Why Team BDS and not another org?**
The selling team makes the final call on who to sell to. The League retains the right to veto applicants, based on the evaluation of various aspects including, but not limited to, the ownership group, the business plan, the organizational structure, the brand, the content plan, the team operations, and of course the overall alignment with the league's values and goals.
**Did the LEC get a cut from the sale?**
Schalke 04 is entitled to all proceeds from the transfer of their right of participation in the league. The LEC is not taking a cut from that.
**Will Team BDS be involved in any form with Schalke 04 for the remainder of Summer Split and potentially Worlds?**
No, the transition will happen for the 2022 Season.
**Will Team BDS continue to play in the LFL?**
Yes, Team BDS will keep its LFL team and will continue to compete in the French league.
[1]: https://https://lolesports.com/
