G2 might soon surprise fans: according to multiple sources from HLTV and neL, the club is actively negotiating with fnatic for the transfer of Matúš "⁠MATYS⁠" Šimko. This transfer could be the final piece in the team's extensive summer overhaul.

Rebuilding with a Major in Mind

G2 has already announced key transfers ahead of the BLAST.tv Austin Major: the team has added former AWP player HEROIC Álvaro "⁠SunPayus⁠" García and coach Eetu "⁠sAw⁠" Saha. Additionally, the captaincy will be handed over to Nemanja "⁠huNter-⁠" Kovač following the departure of Snax. This shift in the team's structure indicates a complete reboot of G2 both inside and outside the server.

Previously, replacing the captain was discussed, and xKacpersky from ENCE was considered a favorite for this role. However, negotiations with ENCE were halted — and instead of the Polish fragger, G2 is betting on MATYS, whose playing style is closer to that of a secondary rifler rather than a leader.

Transfer, Stats, and Tournament Plans

If the deal is finalized, MATYS will replace Snax in the starting lineup. The Slovak player spent a year and a half with fnatic, where he maintained an average rating of 6.4. Despite his consistent form, his participation in major tournaments was limited: two parts of the ESL Pro League and the Challengers stage at the Major in Shanghai make up his top-tier resume. If the transfer goes through, he could debut for G2 at the end of July on the main stage of IEM Cologne — one of the most prestigious events of the year.

Thus, the revamped G2 lineup will be:

• Nemanja “⁠huNter-⁠” Kovač (captain)
• Mario “⁠malbsMd⁠” Samayoa
• Nikita “⁠HeavyGod⁠” Martynenko
• Álvaro “⁠SunPayus⁠” García
• Matúš “⁠MATYS⁠” Šimko
• Eetu “⁠sAw⁠” Saha (coach)

If the deal with fnatic is successfully completed, G2 will enter IEM Cologne with a completely renewed core. From the old guard, only huNter-⁠, malbsMd, and HeavyGod remain, but now they bear not only the firepower but also the tactical responsibility. The match in Cologne will be the first real test for the revamped lineup — and an opportunity for MATYS to make his mark at the elite level.