After many months, the much anticipated move of Arnaud De Lie has been made: 'Significant step in our vision'

Arnaud De Lie will no longer ride for Lotto-Intermarché next year. The Belgian sprinter will part ways with the team after five years as a professional. The "Bull of Lescheret" is transferring to Tudor, which has signed him until 2030.

As a junior, De Lie was one of the most promising Belgian cyclists, and in 2021 he joined the Lotto Soudal junior team. He had already shown his potential there, but it was during his first full year as a professional in 2022 that he made his breakthrough. He won no fewer than nine races, including the Tour of Limburg and a stage in the Tour of Wallonia.

In the years that followed, he continued to compete at the highest level, with victories at the GP Québec, the Bretagne Classic, and the Renewi Tour. He also became the Belgian road champion in 2024 by beating Jasper Philipsen and Jordi Meeus. Everything seemed to be going smoothly, but gradually De Lie began to show signs of weakness. He was often sick, injured, or hopelessly out of shape.

The mental aspect also played a role, something he spoke openly about. By the end of 2025, he had regained his form with six victories in two months, but this year he won only twice: the Famenne Ardenne Classic and a stage in the Tour of Wallonia. He also withdrew early from both the Giro d’Italia and the Tour de France. Meanwhile, rumors continued to swirl: De Lie was said to be leaving Lotto-Intermarché.

The Belgian team has indeed confirmed via X that the extremely talented 24-year-old rider and his employer will part ways after this year. “Thank you, Arnaud De Lie. You joined us as a young rider with big dreams. You’re leaving as one of the biggest names in the peloton—Belgian champion, WorldTour winner, with 35 pro victories already. We’re proud to have witnessed your growth, and even prouder to have been a part of it.”

"This is what Lotto-Intermarché stands for. Before your next adventure begins in 2027, we look forward to adding more achievements and finishing on a high note after 6 years.' De Lie responded to his departure. 'Lotto-Intermarché is my first professional team and it will always remain so. It is the team where I grew up, learned, and was given the confidence to become a professional cyclist."

At Tudor, he will ride at least until 2030. "I am happy to join the team and can't wait to get started! My priority is to settle in, get to know the team, and continue to develop myself as a rider. Instead of talking about big goals right away, I want to work hard and see how far we can go together. That is the key to long-term success."

"From my first meeting with Tudor Pro Cycling, I felt a strong sense of trust, which makes me even more enthusiastic and motivated to join the team. I was impressed by the way this young team works and performs at such a high level, with attention to every detail. I greatly appreciate their strong desire to understand each rider individually and to discover what helps them develop and perform," he says.

Raphael Meyer, CEO and co-owner of Tudor Pro Cycling, adds: "We are delighted to welcome Arnaud to Tudor Pro Cycling! The opportunity to work with him over the coming years is a significant step in our vision to shape the future of the team. As a rider with an attacking style and a shared passion for the classics, he fits perfectly with our bold approach to racing." 'With a long-term contract, we are committed to supporting him in reaching his full potential and his development as a rider and as a young person. This aligns with our values ​​and our ambition to propel the team to the top,' says the man who co-heads Tudor with Fabian Cancellara.