American star Jonathan “EliGE” Jablonowski may once again become part of Team Liquid. Renowned insider Vladislav Gromov reported that Liquid have added EliGE to their roster, and the news was echoed by journalist Ozzny, who suggested the player could be returning to the organization where he spent most of his career.
🇳🇱 Liquid:
+🇺🇸EliGE— Vladislav Gromov (@GromovCS) September 23, 2025
EliGE’s Journey with Liquid (2015–2023)
EliGE joined Team Liquid back in 2015, becoming part of an ambitious project that aimed to elevate North American CS to the global stage. Over eight years with the club, he became the face of the organization and one of the most successful players in the region.
Among his greatest achievements:
- Intel Grand Slam Season 2 (2019) — the year of Liquid’s dominance, when the team won four top tournaments in a row.
- ESL One Cologne 2016 Final and other Major appearances, which cemented Liquid’s status as the primary rival of Europe’s giants.
- Individual accolades: several years ranked in the HLTV top 20, including a 4th place finish in 2019.
EliGE has always been known for his unique playstyle: aggressive entries, consistency in trades, and the ability to win key duels. His contribution to Liquid’s growth was so significant that he became the very symbol of NA CS in the 2010s. However, in 2023, the player and the organization parted ways. EliGE joined Complexity, and later moved to FaZe Clan, where he continued competing at the highest level.
Community Reaction
The news of a possible return instantly shook social media:
- “NA CS is saved” and “NA CS resurrected” — fans wrote, suggesting the comeback could breathe new life into the region.
- Users joked that this is “literally a swap with Twistzz”, since FaZe recently signed the Canadian star, while Liquid may now reclaim their American veteran.
- Others highlighted the symbolism of the move: “after five years on the East Coast, it’s time to go home”, referencing iconic memes.
- Some even referred to EliGE as the “bald goat”, pointing to his new look and his unchanged legendary status.
What This Means for Liquid
Team Liquid are currently going through a difficult period. Despite investing in a new roster at the start of the CS2 era, results have been inconsistent, with the team often bowing out early at big events. EliGE’s return could become:
- A symbol of revival for the NA scene, which has long needed a leader and veteran presence.
- A balance of experience and youth, as the team already has promising talents but lacks stability.
- An emotional boost for both the organization and its fans, who still associate Liquid strongly with EliGE.
- Many believe that with him, Liquid could once again challenge for top-four finishes at major tournaments and reestablish themselves as serious contenders against Europe’s elite.
Outlook and Key Questions
Despite the hype, a few important questions remain:
- Is EliGE himself ready to once again become the face of Liquid?
- How willing is the organization to adapt to his playstyle?
- Will this move be just a nostalgic gesture, or a true reboot for NA CS?
There is still no official confirmation, but the very appearance of this information has already sparked heated discussions. Should the transfer materialize, it will not just be a roster move but a historic comeback—one that could shape the future of Liquid and the entire North American CS2 scene.
