NRG sign Georgio 'keiko' Sanassy ahead of next year's VCT season

He will be replacing Sam 's0m' Oh, who recently revealed he will be taking a competitive break to focus on content creation.

Keiko, who began his competitive career in the European tier-2 VALORANT scene in 2021, has quickly established himself as one of the region's most promising talents.

In 2023, he competed in the Challengers season with Apeks, helping the team reach second place at VCT Ascension EMEA. His standout performances caught the attention of Team Liquid, who signed him for his first official VCT season.

While his debut year with the North American organisation yielded disappointing results, Keiko's growth has been clear.

The 2025 season saw Keiko transform into a high-fragging smokes player for Team Liquid, contributing to the team's VCT EMEA Stage 2 victory and ensuring qualification for every international VCT competition of the year.

His aggressive style and ability to dominate rounds have made him a key component of Liquid's roster, earning him recognition as one of the scene's rising stars.

NRG's acquisition of Keiko marks a strategic move ahead of next year's VCT season, as the reigning champions look to reinforce their lineup with a player capable of delivering consistent high-level performances.

With Keiko now on board, NRG aim to maintain their dominance on the international stage, leveraging his experience and proven fragging ability to remain at the forefront of competitive VALORANT.