In the high-stakes world of professional cycling, the air is thick with rumors and speculation about the future of Primož Roglič. Sources close to the situation have informed GCN that the four-time Grand Tour winner has penned a lucrative multi-year deal, set to pull him away from his current team, Jumbo-Visma, in 2024.
Supposed Primož Roglič’s Impending Move and Offer
According to insider information, the Slovenian cycling sensation is on the verge of finalizing a three-year contract, with an eye-watering annual salary exceeding €6 million, inclusive of bonuses. If these reports hold true, Roglič would be inching close to the financial realm of the sport’s highest-paid rider, Tadej Pogačar of UAE Team Emirates.
Amidst the swirling speculations, both Roglič and his present team have maintained a stoic silence since the conclusion of the Vuelta a España. Meanwhile, cycling powerhouses such as Ineos Grenadiers, Bora-Hansgrohe, Lidl-Trek, Bahrain Victorious, Israel-Premier Tech, and Movistar Team have all been linked to the Slovenian champion.
The Cryptic Silence Amidst Transfer Speculations
Roglič’s agent has refrained from public comments regarding his client’s potential departure from Jumbo-Visma or the rumored buyout fees associated with any potential transfer. Remarkably, Jumbo-Visma, who once hailed Roglič as their ‘king,’ has seemingly sanctioned the departure of their star rider, signaling a significant shift in their team dynamics.
While Roglič still has a year remaining on his Jumbo-Visma contract, recent developments, including a possible merger between Jumbo-Visma and Soudal Quick-Step, have fueled speculations about his imminent departure from the Dutch squad.
Despite the intense media scrutiny, concrete information about Roglič’s destination remains elusive. Movistar Team confirmed that no contract offer was made for the 2023 Giro d’Italia winner, debunking reports of his potential move to the Spanish outfit. Lidl-Trek, too, has reportedly withdrawn from the race, unwilling to match the staggering offer Roglič has apparently accepted. Ineos Grenadiers have remained completely silent.
In the midst of this cycling saga, only a handful of teams possess the financial muscle to facilitate such a high-profile transfer, especially at this late stage in the year when team budgets and rosters are typically finalized. Teams vying for Roglič would need substantial financial backing, potentially requiring injections of cash from their owners or significant roster reshuffling.
Primoz Roglic in the 2024 Season
The lingering question remains: where is Primož Roglič headed? Each passing day brings forth a new theory, yet a well-informed team executive has divulged to GCN that Roglič is likely to have already sealed the deal with a WorldTour team, reaping a colossal offer that rivals the likes of Pogačar.
As the cycling world eagerly awaits Roglič’s official announcement, one thing remains certain: until he publicly reveals his decision, he remains, at least officially, a Jumbo-Visma rider. The anticipation builds, leaving fans and pundits alike on the edge of their seats, awaiting the denouement of this gripping cycling tale.
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