The star top laner is reportedly exploring his value in free agency, although his current contract remains active until mid-November.

Hanwha Life Esports and star top laner Choi Woo-je, better known as Zeus, have yet to reach an agreement on a contract renewal ahead of the 2026 League of Legends World Championship (Worlds).

According to reports published on November 2, Zeus rejected the organization's latest renewal proposal after changing his agent. The player is reportedly interested in exploring his market value through the upcoming free agency period.

However, his current contract remains valid until mid-November, meaning there is still time for both sides to reach an agreement before the free agency market officially opens.

Hanwha Life Esports is not the only organization discussing contract renewals before Worlds. It is common practice for teams to begin preliminary negotiations with players ahead of the tournament as they prepare for the next competitive season.

The latest development comes shortly after Hanwha Life Esports' elimination from the 2026 Worlds Swiss Stage on November 1. The team faced China's BLG in a decisive match for a place in the quarterfinals but suffered a 0-2 defeat.

Despite the disappointing Worlds exit, Zeus is expected to attract significant attention if he enters the free agency market. Industry insiders reportedly consider him one of the most valuable players potentially available this offseason.

His achievements, including an MSI championship, make his next career move particularly interesting for teams looking to strengthen their rosters for the upcoming season.

For Hanwha Life Esports, securing the future of one of its key players will be an important part of its offseason planning.

A representative from Hanwha Life Esports confirmed that discussions are still ongoing, stating, "We are continuously in discussions with the player."

With his contract deadline approaching, the coming weeks could prove important for both Zeus and Hanwha Life as they consider their options for the 2027 competitive season.