Dota 2: Team Liquid parts ways with offlaner Ace; ATF rumored to replace him

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Team Liquid has parted ways with offlaner Marcus “Ace” Hoelgaard, and Ammar “ATF” Al-Assaf is being reported as a rumored candidate to replace him, Dot Esports reports. The organization posted a social-media tribute thanking Ace for his contributions during his one year with the team, Dot Esports adds. Dot Esports reports ATF is considered an aggressive position-3 player and that his arrival could make Liquid look more solid. Dot Esports also lists Michael “miCKe” Vu and Michał “Nisha” Jankowski on Liquid’s current roster; no official replacement has been announced.

• What happened: Dot Esports reports Team Liquid has parted ways with offlaner Marcus “Ace” Hoelgaard after one year, the org shared a tribute video on social media, and Ammar “ATF” Al-Assaf is rumored as a potential replacement.
• Why it matters: Dot Esports reports the org thanked Ace for his contributions and trophies, and notes ATF is described as an aggressive position-3 player who could strengthen the lineup.
• Context: Dot Esports notes Ace spent one year with Team Liquid and lists current roster members Michael “miCKe” Vu and Michał “Nisha” Jankowski; the ATF move is presented as a rumor by Dot Esports.
• What next: Dot Esports reports the ATF rumor has not been officially confirmed and Team Liquid has not announced a replacement; further confirmation from the organization is still pending.