Adam "friberg" Friberg steps down from NiP starting roster

Adam "friberg" Friberg will be stepping down from the starting roster, replaced by Fredrik “REZ” Sterner, formerly of Epsilon Esports.

Following an extensive stint with Ninjas in Pyjamas, spanning almost five years, Adam "friberg" Friberg has stepped down from the starting roster. Filling his shoes will be  Fredrik "REZ" Sterner, now former member of  Epsilon Esports. The decision comes as no surprise, especially considering the extensive period of stagnation and negative results that plagued Ninjas in Pyjamas roster.

In March 2017 the team brought in William "draken" Sunden in an attempt to rectify issues present within the roster. Whilst their new AWPer has shown great results and a consistent performance, the team was still missing top end tournament finishes and consistency, something the organisation hopes to address with the replacement of Friberg.

As mentioned previously, replacing Friberg will be Fredrik "REZ" Sterner. The young man expressed the following after being signed:

I am extremely happy to have been given the opportunity to play for NiP. This is a dream for every player that is working their way into the top scene. Together with the NiP team, I strongly believe we’ll reach the top. Reuniting with draken is also something that I'm really looking forward to as he’s been a long time teammate and a close friend. I am stoked to continue my career together with him and the other guys at NiP.”

Whilst it is indeed easier to focus on the negative aspect of what the team has experience in recent times, Adam "friberg" Friberg was a crucial part of the legendary Ninjas in Pyjamas roster of 2014/2015, where the team managed to accrue an unthinkable 87-0 win/loss record, as well as multiple high end finishes at Major tournaments during their performance peak. No announcements have been issued regarding the Swedish veteran's future.

Hicham Chahine, CEO of Ninjas in Pyjamas had the following to say:

Coming into Ninjas in Pyjamas less than a year ago, my focus has been to lay a plan for the future. What has been achieved at NiP with such a long standing lineup is remarkable, and not the norm in esports from an organizational perspective. As we look forward, we are extremely happy to add our second up and coming player to the roster. We believe Fredrik ”REZ” Sterner will be an excellent fit for the Ninjas in Pyjamas family, and are excited to further develop him to perform at his full capacity. To Adam, thank you so much for everything.”

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