LIV Golf Transfer Window: How All 13 Teams Are Shaping Up

After three full seasons, attention now turns to the fourth year of the LIV Golf League and, between now and the start in February, there's plenty to be sorted...

Luis Masaveu and Branden Grace watch their tee shots
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The 2025 LIV Golf League gets underway on the 6th February in Riyadh and, as the season draws nearer and nearer, all 13 sides are close to completing their full rosters.

A lot of movement and trade has been made in the off-season, with new signings announced by the various teams going into the 14-tournament schedule.

Speaking of the schedule, the full list of events has been released, as six new courses join the fray. In total, there will be six tournaments in the States and eight worldwide.

Although the venues are penned in, there's still the matter of filling out the 13 four-man teams and, as of writing (11th January), more and more teams have completed their rosters.

The first bit of action came in the form of Thomas Pieters being traded from RangeGoats GC to Dustin Johnson's 4Aces GC. Following the trade, the first new signing was announced, as Iron Heads GC secured the Korean Tour’s 2024 Player of the Year, Yubin Jang.

Having already re-signed Danny Lee and Jinichiro Kozuma for the 2025 season, Kevin Na had nothing but praise for the 22-year-old, stating: “He’s (Jang) going to be the next best Korean golfer. That’s how much I believe in him. And I told him that, too.”

As Iron Heads GC strengthen their roster with an upcoming talent, Cleeks GC have also signed an upcoming star in the form Frederik Kjettrup. The former Florida State University graduate has enjoyed a stunning start to his pro career, winning three of his opening eight tournaments on the PGA Tour Americas circuit

Joining Captain Martin Kaymer, as well as Adrian Meronk and Richard Bland, the 25-year-old finished in eighth-place in the PGA Tour University rankings.

Speaking about the deal, Kaymer stated: "Frederik is one of the brightest young talents in the game. His impressive track record and fearless approach make him a perfect fit for our team. I’m looking forward to seeing him thrive within the competitive atmosphere of LIV Golf."

Over Christmas and New Year, the deals quietened down but, just a week into 2025, there has been yet more business as RangeGoats GC revealed that two-time Asian Tour winner, Ben Campbell, will be joining their squad.

The New Zealander has impressed over the past few months on the Asian Tour, and will join Watson's RangeGoats GC to fill Pieters' spot after the Belgian left for 4Aces GC.

As RangeGoats GC complete their roster, another two teams to confirm their line-ups are Stinger GC and Fireballs GC, who have opted for two different styles of signing.

In terms of Fireballs GC, they have gone with youth, as 22-year-old Luis Masaveu joins Sergio Garcia's side. On the opposite end of the scale, Stinger GC have welcomed back relegated player Branden Grace, who reportedly signs on a two year deal.

The move caused some reaction on social media but, speaking to Golf Monthly, captain Louis Oosthuizen stated: "we wanted no-one else on the team."

Away from the finalised deals, there is also the small matter of LIV Golf Promotions Event winner Chieh-po Lee, who carded a 10-under-par tournament total to win in Riyadh.

The Chinese Taipei player held off the likes of Branden Grace to secure the coveted spot and, currently, Lee will either be on a LIV Golf side for 2025, or will be handed a Wildcard position if he is not picked-up by one of the 13 teams.

Another rumor surrounds Tom McKibbin, who recently secured a PGA Tour card via the DP World Tour. Currently, the 22-year-old is reportedly on the radar of Jon Rahm's Legion XIII side, with Ten-Golf reporting that McKibbin is to sign 'a multi-year deal.'

Tyrrell Hatton and Tom McKibbin walk down the fairway

Hatton and McKibbin were paired together at the Team Cup in Abu Dhabi

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So, what about the sides who have their teams confirmed for next year? Well, a number of them currently have their four-man teams ready for 2025, with the likes of Ripper GC and Crushers GC maintaining their quartets.

Currently, Legion XIII is the only team without a full roster, with an announcement likely coming in the next few weeks.

LIV Golf League Teams 2025

*Correct as of 11th January

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TeamsPlayerPlayerPlayerPlayer
4Aces GCDustin Johnson (c)Patrick ReedHarold Varner IIIThomas Pieters
Cleeks GCMartin Kaymer (c)Richard BlandAdrian MeronkFrederik Kjettrup
Crushers GCBryson DeChambau (c)Paul CaseyCharles Howell IIIAnirban Lahiri
Fireballs GCSergio Garcia (c)Abraham AncerDavid PuigLuis Masaveu
Hyflyers GCPhil Mickelson (c)Cameron TringaleBrendan SteeleAndy Ogletree
Iron Heads GCKevin Na (c)Danny LeeJinichiro KozumaYubin Jang
Legion XIII GCJon Rahm (c)Tyrrell HattonCaleb Surratt?
Majesticks GCLee Westwood (c)Ian Poulter (c)Henrik Stenson (c)Sam Horsfield
RangeGoats GCBubba Watson (c)Peter UihleinMatt WolffBen Campbell
Ripper GCCameron Smith (c)Marc LeishmanMatt JonesLucas Herbert
Smash GCBrooks Koepka (c)Jason KokrakGraeme McDowellTalor Gooch
Stinger GCLouis Oosthuizen (c)Charl ScwartzelDean BurmesterBranden Grace
Torque GCJoaquin Niemann (c)Mito PereiraCarlos OrtizSebastian Munoz

LIV Golf Transfers 2025

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PlayerOriginal TeamNew Team
Thomas PietersRangeGoats GC4Aces GC
Yubin JangNoneIron Heads GC
Frederik KjettrupNoneCleeks GC
Ben CampbellReserve PlayerRangeGoats GC
Branden GraceRelegated (Stinger GC)Re-signed (Stinger GC)
Luis MasaveuNoneFireballs GC

LIV Golf Wildcards & Reserve Players

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PlayerTeam
Anthony KimWildcard
John CatlinCrushers GC, Legion XIII GC, Smash GC
Wade OrmsbyRangeGoats GC, Ripper GC, Stinger GC
Chieh-po LeeLIV Golf League Promotions Winner 2024

LIV Golf Schedule 2025

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DateEventVenueDefending champion
February 6-8RiyadhRiyadh Golf ClubJ. Niemann
February 14-16AdelaideThe Grange Golf ClubB. Steele
March 7-9Hong KongHong Kong Golf ClubA. Ancer
March 14-16SingaporeSentosa Golf ClubB. Koepka
April 4-6MiamiTrump Doral Blue MonsterDean Burmester
April 25-27Mexico CityClub de Golf de ChapultepecN/A
May 2-4KoreaJack Nicklaus Golf ClubN/A
June 6-8DCRobert Trent Jones Golf ClubN/A
June 27-29DallasMaridoe Golf ClubN/A
July 11-13AndaluciaReal Club ValderramaS. Garcia
July 25-27UKJCB Golf and Country ClubJ. Rahm
August 8-10ChicagoBolingbrookJ. Rahm
August 15-17IndianapolisThe Club at Chatham HillsN/A
August 22-24Michigan (Team Championship)The Cardinal at Saint John's ResortRipper GC
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