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Arthur “tuyz” Andrade has confirmed he is officially exploring his options outside of FURIA, despite still being under contract with the Brazilian organisation.

The 22-year-old Valorant pro made the announcement on X, revealing he has permission to search for a new team. While tuyz says his preference is to continue as a Controller, he’s open to taking on any role and is considering offers from all VCT regions.

From LOUD to FURIA

Tuyz’s move comes less than a year after joining FURIA, where he played mainly as Omen and occasionally Brimstone. Before that, he was part of LOUD for more than two years, becoming a familiar face in the Brazilian Valorant scene.

At LOUD, his role shifted several times as the team reshaped its roster, and although his individual performances showed promise, results were mixed. His stint with FURIA was equally turbulent. After bowing out early at the EWC Qualifiers, the team went winless in Stage 2, finishing 0-5 and taking just one map across the split.

With his departure on the horizon, FURIA’s current lineup now consists of:

  • Olavo “heat” Marcelo
  • Luis “basic” Henrique Ferlin Tessaro
  • Davi “Palla” Alcides
  • Victor “Urango” Rodrigues
  • Ian “shaW” Jardim (Head coach)
  • Lucas “Kamino” Kamino (Assistant coach)

Teammates Show Support

Despite the tough run of form, tuyz’s teammates had nothing but praise for him. FURIA captain Saadhak posted on social media calling him “an amazing player and an even greater teammate,” while fellow FURIA member basic described him as “a person incrível” (an incredible person) and said he’d always be cheering for him.

Former teammate Peu also added, “Good luck tutu! One of the best and most dedicated teammates I’ve ever had.”

Community Reactions

Fans and the wider Valorant community have been quick to weigh in on the news. Over on Reddit, some pointed to his inconsistent year, with one commenter saying, “Legendary underperformance this year, I’m afraid he’s in ‘has to prove himself’ jail.” Others defended him, arguing that he was forced out of his comfort zone at LOUD and deserved a chance to reset.

Another user noted Brazil’s lack of strong Controller players, suggesting that “if he gets even 50% of his form back he is better than any tier 2 smokes player for Brazil by miles.”

There’s also speculation about how recent balance changes could play in his favour, with one fan pointing out that “with the Harbour buffs incoming, tuyz Harbour anyone? Surely his stocks are on the rise.”

While not everyone is convinced he’ll return to top form, the general sentiment leans supportive, with fans wishing him well and hoping he lands in a team that can make the most of his skillset.

What’s Next for tuyz?

For now, it’s unclear where tuyz might end up, but given his reputation and experience on the international stage, it wouldn’t be surprising to see him in contention for a spot on a VCT roster soon. With multiple regions open to him and Riot’s ecosystem set to undergo changes ahead of 2026, the timing may be right for a fresh start.

Whether he joins a rebuilding Brazilian side or takes a chance overseas, tuyz’s next move will be one to watch.