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ULF Esports Responds to Mounting Accusations

Turkish organisation ULF Esports has released a firm public statement following a wave of allegations claiming delayed or unpaid salaries across its League of Legends and VALORANT rosters. The organisation has labelled the accusations as baseless and said they are being spread in an organised way across social media.

In its announcement, ULF expressed disappointment at seeing the club’s name tied to claims it says are completely detached from reality. According to the statement, recent posts circulating online have been distorted, exaggerated, and crafted to provoke doubt around the club’s financial integrity.

ULF stressed that the financial situation it is navigating is exceptional and temporary, adding that payments to every player, employee, and business partner have been made in full. The club also highlighted that written commitments surrounding this process were already secured.

“We remain committed to transparency,” the organisation said, urging the community not to take part in what it described as a manipulative agenda built on unfounded claims.

Documentation and Legal Action Underway

ULF said it is treating the situation with professionalism rather than engaging in the dramatic narratives being pushed online. Once contacted by the relevant authorities, the organisation intends to share all necessary documents, including contracts and bank statements, to provide full clarity.

The club also confirmed that legal action will be taken against those involved in what it believes is a coordinated attack designed to damage ULF’s brand value. An internal review is underway, with more updates expected as the process continues.

Players Push Back With Their Own Evidence

Despite ULF’s firm denials, several players have stepped forward to challenge the organisation’s statement.

League of Legends jungler Tayfun “Typhoon” Gümüş, one of the first to raise concerns, responded publicly with a willingness to provide visual proof to support his claims. He said he holds no personal grudge, but simply wants his rights upheld.

Other team members, including mid-laner Kim “Gori” Tae-woo and coach Kwon “Hoon” Noh-hoon, have reached out to Riot Games directly for help, suggesting the issue may escalate further depending on the publisher’s response. Esports Insider has reportedly contacted Riot representatives for official comment.

A Club Coming Off Major Competitive Success

The allegations emerge at a time when ULF Esports is celebrating one of its strongest competitive years to date. The organisation recently qualified for VCT 2026 after placing in the top two at the 2025 VCT Ascension EMEA, alongside BBL PCIFIC. This result secures ULF a spot in the VCT EMEA league next season, marking a significant milestone for its VALORANT division.

On the League of Legends side, the team enjoyed a solid 2025 campaign. ULF placed third in both the TCL Spring and Summer Splits, earning two qualifications to EMEA Masters 2025.

This mix of competitive highs and public controversy leaves the club’s standing under intense scrutiny. As both sides prepare documentation and potential legal action, the wider esports community is watching closely to see how the situation unfolds.