Justinas ‘jL’ Lekavicius leaves Natus Vincere

Natus Vincere confirmed today that Justinas ‘jL’ Lekavicius has departed the organization after a three-year spell and is available as a free agent.

Lekavicius spent part of 2025 on loan at MOUZ, where he filled unfamiliar roles and posted a 1.04 rating while helping the team to two bronze finishes. He also appeared with Team Liquid at the Roman Imperium event earlier this year.

He joined NAVI CS2 team three years ago. In 2024 he won a Major MVP award, claimed four tournament titles, finished fifth in the year-end player rankings and was named Closer of the Year. Results in 2025 were less consistent and he took a voluntary break in July before returning to competition on loan.

When MOUZ announced his departure they posted ‘Goodbye for now’ and indicated the option to extend the loan after the Major remained open. The organization is weighing roster options, including whether to replace Jimi ‘Jimpphat’ Salo with a more natural anchor or to continue with its current setup.

Reflecting on the MOUZ stint, Lekavicius wrote: ‘It’s a good chance for MOUZ to try me out; if they don’t like it, they’re not gonna go for me, and vice versa.’ In May he added that he was unsure where he would play next and that he was ‘excited to say that I’m back.’

As a free agent he can negotiate with any club immediately. Clubs evaluating his profile will consider his recent 1.04 rating in non-primary roles, his role flexibility and his Major MVP and title record from 2024. Any new signing will depend on offers and roster windows ahead of upcoming international events.