Cloud9 have announced the signing of William “mezii” Merriman, who will join his UK compatriot ALEX.
The addition comes as no surprise as Alex had initially given a teaser by posting that it would be a UK player.
So you guys wanted a hint for tomorrow right ? pic.twitter.com/nEYsObZ1V4
— ALEX (@CSGOALEX) September 18, 2020
The org have announced that he will finish this months MDL schedule with GamerLegion.
This also results in the second player C9 have signed after the Org announced that they will overhaul to their roster.
The 4th page in #C9CSGO’s new chapter…
A young star hailing from the UK, welcome to the Cloud9 Colossus @kingmezii!
📰 Read more per @RyanAtRBM for @rushbmediagg: https://t.co/D7lRj3ZJVw pic.twitter.com/zDLf7PjOFn— Cloud9 (@Cloud9) September 19, 2020
Mezii joined GamerLegion back in July, after a long stint in the UK.
C9 GM Henryg revealed the transfer fee bring $83,000 and 3 year salary being $426,000.
Cloud9 to serve up BEEFY British Counter-Strike 🇬🇧
🔹Player: William "Mezii" Merriman
🔹Role: Rifle / Support / Closer
🔹Contract length: 3 year deal (Starting 09/19/20)
🔹Transfer Fee: $83,000
🔹3 year Salary: $426,000
🔹Press: https://t.co/avJscfcDgR #C9WIN
Statement: pic.twitter.com/oInachDNZY
— HenryG (@HenryGcsgo) September 19, 2020
The rifle has averaged a 1.15 rating since going international.
It will be his first project in tier 1 and he will hope to flourish.
The 21 year old will receive much needed guidance from his Coach Kassad and IGL ALEX.
With his interview with RushB media he revealed with continuing with GL he can keep up to date with his game.
Today is a dream come true. I'm up on cloud nine but this is only the beginning of my journey.
I have worked hard for this opportunity and I'll keep giving my everything to reach new heights with @Cloud9.
I can't wait to start working and learning with the best.
Thanks #C9WIN— MEZII' (@kingmezii) September 19, 2020
He also expressed that he is looking forward to take the main stage.
Cloud9’s Roster:
Alex “ALEX” McMeekin
William “mezii” Merriman
Aleksandar “kassad” Trifunović (coach)
