Lanterne Rouge Cycling Podcast Onley Officially Transfers to INEOS & Lotto Intermarché 2026 Preview
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Jan 5, 2026 The hosts dive into Oscar Onley's exciting transfer to INEOS, exploring the fallout and financial implications. They debate whether the move was smooth or contentious and assess Onley's value in the current cycling market. Shifting gears, they examine the merger of Lotto and Intermarché, discussing past performances and future strategies. With a focus on their 2026 goals, they outline the challenges the new team faces and predict upcoming wins. Tune in for insightful analyses and bold predictions!
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Onley Transfer Framed As Amicable
- Oscar Onley’s transfer to INEOS reads amicable and planned from both sides in the press releases.
- The move signals INEOS's appeal as a destination and Picnic’s pragmatic acceptance of a lucrative late offer.
Protect Leverage When Negotiating Transfers
- Smaller teams should weigh license renewals and bargaining leverage when negotiating rider sell-ons.
- Accepting late offers can be pragmatic if license uncertainty reduces negotiating power.
Buyout Highlights Inflated Transfer Market
- Reported buyout (~€6m) and contract length push Onley’s implied annual cost to INEOS into multi-million territory.
- Benji and Patrick note this changes transfer-market norms and pressures smaller teams financially.