The message was taken and posted by T1 and posted on Inven, although it did not appear the date, it was possible to predict that the two sides had communicated after Zeus signed a contract with Hanwha Life Esports (HLE). More specifically, the speculation said that the message appeared on November 19, at 17:00 pm, the time Zeus had confirmed to join the HLE.
Originally text of The Play's message:
“Hello. Let us clarify the view here. First, the first offer that his side gave was somewhat” reducing the rights “, in addition, the press and interview articles of the team brought pressure and disappointed rather than protecting the player.
For this reason, instead of negotiating, we change to the plan (bringing Zeus) to become a free agent player (FA). The internal meeting today aims to consider whether Zeus should become a free player, instead of making feedback and determining limits when negotiating.
The reason we could not make an immediate feedback was that T1 was always the subject of priority signing. Instead of spending time negotiating, we decided to let Zeus become a free player to re -evaluate the value and then make a clear response.
I would like to repeat that Zeus did not want to find another team when becoming a free player and as you assessed, the Esports market is facing many difficulties. Therefore, we also think this is a risky thing. Becoming a free player is not disrespectful T1, understand that becoming a free player is the right of the player. ”
Immediately after the information appeared, T1 had feedback from the article on Inven: This organization identified the word 'cut' as a statement from The Play, not yet objectively confirmed and denied with this interpretation. T1 added that the press should clarify this point or edit the expression to reflect more accurately. Besides, T1 said that the photo of the conversation reflected only a discussion with the player's representative, confirming that it was a 'cut' that could be misleading.
Finally, Youtuber G 식백과 contacted The Play and was responded to that if T1 agreed, this agency would reveal all the information about the negotiation process.
