FUT Esports have renewed the contracts of Dmytro “dem0n” Myroshnychenko, András “coolio” Fercsák, and Džiugas “dziugss” Steponavičius. The move comes right after the Turkish organization climbed to number three on the VRS rankings. It confirms that the core of one of Counter-Strike’s fastest-rising rosters will stick together for the foreseeable future.
This news matters because FUT went from a relatively unknown project to a tier-one contender in less than a year. Keeping this trio under contract signals that the organization wants to build long-term success rather than risk losing key pieces to bigger teams.
From NAVI Junior to the Top Tier
FUT signed dem0n, coolio, dziugss, along with Aulon “Krabeni” Fazlija and Nikita “cmtry” Samolotov, from NAVI Junior. Since that move, the roster has quickly established itself among the world’s best teams. Most recently, FUT placed second at the Esports World Cup, a result that cemented their status as legitimate title contenders.
As a result, top organizations have taken notice. The players, along with respected coach coolio, have reportedly been targets for major teams ever since the roster’s breakout earlier this year.
What FUT Confirmed, and What Remains Unclear
FUT Esports made the announcement official, stating: “We are thrilled to announce that we have extended our contracts with dem0n, coolio, and dziugss. Here’s to many more successes and trophies together!” However, the organization did not clarify the length of the new deals.
The update also left questions about Krabeni and cmtry, who joined FUT alongside the extended trio from NAVI. FUT did address their situation separately, saying: “Our contracts with Krabeni and cmtry are still in effect. They’re not going anywhere, they’ll continue to be part of our team.” Still, no formal extension for the pair has been announced.
Why This Matters Going Forward
FUT’s decision to extend dem0n, coolio, and dziugss shows the organization is committed to keeping its breakout roster intact during a period when rival teams are actively trying to poach its talent. Meanwhile, the unresolved status of Krabeni and cmtry leaves an open question mark over the full roster’s long-term future.
For now, FUT has secured its core amid rising interest from teams like Natus Vincere. Therefore, how the organization handles the remaining two contracts could determine whether this Esports World Cup runner-up can maintain its momentum into the next major events.
