Lechia Gdansk begins a new chapter after relegation from the PKO BP Ekstraklasa, and the headline is squad rebuilding – the club must fill numerous gaps before the Betclic 1st League starts. In the past weeks, twenty‑three players left, and a new coach is already shaping the tactical plan.

Who left and why?

After the official season end in May, relegation clauses triggered automatic contract terminations for five key players. Defenders Elias Olsson, Matus Vojtko and Bartłomiej Kłudka saw their deals expire after clause activation. Experience also departed in Matej Rodin, who left by mutual consent, and striker Dawid Kurminowski ended his spell with the club.

How did the coaching staff change?

Following the drop, the board activated a clause allowing the termination of John Carver's contract. He was replaced by Władysław Łupaszko, a Ukrainian manager who took over a few days before preseason began. Łupaszko faces the task of building a side capable of a swift return to the top flight.

Who stayed and who might return?

Despite the exodus, several players remain to form the backbone of the new squad: Rifet Kapić, Iwan Żelizko, Tomasz Neugebauer, Camilo Mena, Bujar Pllana, Alvis Jaunzems, Tomasz Wójtowicz, Kacper Sezonienko, Michał Głogowski, Szymon Weirauch, Bogdan Wiunnyk, Igor Bambecki and Indrit Mavraj. Goalkeeper Kacper Gutowski returned, and midfielder Bartosz Szczepankiewicz came back after a solid spell at Sokół Kleczew.

Who could Lechia sign?

The board is in talks with several potential reinforcements. Young midfielder Jakub Adkonis (UKS Kwakowo), who recently played for Pogoń Grodzisk Mazowiecki—Lechia's first‑season opponent—has caught the eye. Offensive firepower might arrive from Senegalese striker Bakary Sonko of Ndangane FC, while Italian Bologna showed interest in a Slovak forward. The departure of Tomasz Bobcek seems likely, increasing the need for a new scorer.

What lies ahead before the season starts?

Two weeks remain until the Betclic 1st League kicks off, and Lechia still lacks a full roster. The club hopes for Paolo Urfer's arrival on July 8, which could speed up transfer decisions. Recent friendlies—a 0:5 loss to Romanian Petrolul Ploiești and a 3:1 win over Olimpia Grudziądz—exposed weaknesses but also the potential of young players. The priority now is sealing signings so the new staff can prepare for a promotion push.