Team Vitality is moving early ahead of the next VCT EMEA stage. According to sources close to Sheep Esports, the French organization has finalized the signing of Bartosz "UNFAKE" Bernacki. The Polish player will replace Clément “Cyvoph” Millard on the starting roster, with the French player set to depart after a short but impactful stint with the Bees. The transfer marks Vitality’s first major roster change since their qualification for Masters Bangkok earlier this year.

A first step into the big league

Unfake arrives from the French Challengers League, where he played with Zerance in 2024 and Joblife this year. Initially competing in Poland’s amateur scene, he made his mark in France during the second split of the 2024 season. Alongside head coach Larsson, he helped steer Zerance to a 3rd-place finish and earned MVP honors in their final match of the year against Mandatory. A natural leader, Unfake had recently reached a verbal agreement to join Joblife as their in-game leader for 2025 — a deal that now appears to have been overtaken by Vitality’s offer at the VCT level. His sharp calling, steady presence, and growing mechanical edge made him a standout figure in France’s hyper-competitive Revolution league.

For Vitality, this move represents a calculated shift. After claiming the VCT EMEA Kickoff title and performing well at international level, the team stumbled in key moments and sought more stability in-game. Unfake’s profile fits the mold of the organization’s recent signings: rising players with proven leadership, hungry for the next level. It’s a gamble — no VCT experience, and a leap from domestic to elite — but one that aligns with Vitality’s belief in long-term potential over short-term safety. The Bees are building for more than just Stage 2 — they’re shaping the future.