Saigon Phantom “Opens a New Chapter” for 2025 with a Veteran Transfer?
In reality, the transfer situation during the current season of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang professional league has been quite common. However, the case of Saigon Phantom is entirely different. This team, often regarded as the “king” of the Vietnam Mobile Legends scene, has maintained a stable roster for a long time. Alongside key players like Lai Bang, Fish, and Khoa, it is rare for this team to bring in new talent for “strengthening.”
It is also worth noting that this team has been the strongest in the AOG region throughout many seasons. There shouldn’t be any reason for the management of Saigon Phantom to change any of the “main players” at this time. However, after two disappointing seasons in the international arena in 2024, there may be a moment when Saigon Phantom needs to reconsider.
Of course, on paper, the strongest team remains the “Vietnamese League” team. However, if they want to advance further on the international stage, restructuring will only be a matter of time. Not to mention, the situation of Saigon Phantom has already hinted at new transfers, as their official fan page has subtly hinted at information regarding a potential player “coming back to assist.”
Saigon Phantom “Revives Old Glory,” But Can Fans Find Peace of Mind?
Despite the lack of final confirmation, with the “hints” that Saigon Phantom has dropped, fans are currently speculating about a 90% certainty that their new player will be Yiwei.
Regardless, the situation remains uncertain, as Yiwei has already declared a two-year hiatus from professional competitions. Prior to that, the “2003 phenomenon” of Saigon Phantom made significant contributions, helping the team achieve victories in the 2021 VTD, 2022 Spring VTD, and win a bronze medal at SEA Games 31.
While these accomplishments are noteworthy, there is still a question about whether a “veteran” like Yiwei can adapt to a new environment in the upcoming season. Currently, Saigon Phantom still has two players from the previous roster in Tà Thần’s Kuga and Jiro. The prospect of bringing Yiwei back seems less necessary, especially since many opinions suggest that Yiwei should take on a new role.
Of course, these are just speculations from enthusiastic fans. There remains a possibility that Yiwei could merely be a “backup” that Saigon Phantom is considering. It is essential to recognize that restructuring the “king” of the Vietnamese League is never easy. Any name, whether new or familiar, will always be a challenging choice for the management of the team, especially under the scrutiny of passionate fans.
