Bora-Hansgrohe announce mutual termination of Cian Uijtdebroeks’ contract as Team Jumbo-Visma move looms

Cian Uijtdebroeks and Bora-Hansgrohe have agreed to a mutual termination of the rider’s contract, the team has officially confirmed, as the Belgian gets set to join Jumbo-Visma.

Earlier this month, Jumbo-Visma revealed they had signed the 20-year-old for the 2024 season on a four-year deal up until 2027.

“This means that the current rider contract between Cian Uijtdebroeks and Bora-Hansgrohe will be terminated by mutual agreement on December 31, 2023.

“Bora-Hansgrohe wishes Cian Uijtdebroeks the best of luck in the next step in his career.”

The team manager of Bora-Hansgrohe, Ralph Denk said he had “mixed feelings” following the announcement.

He added: “I was surprised to be approached on short notice with the desire to reach an agreement. But it’s well known that I’m open to talks and that I won’t stand in the way of a transfer if the conditions are right, and if it’s done according to the rules. That was the case three weeks ago and it was the same today.

“I am pleased that the dust has finally settled, and that the case is now closed. The agreement shows that it’s never too late for a reasonable, personal discussion. I would like this case to remain an isolated incident for the entire cycling family: let’s respect contracts and rules, let’s be fair with each other.

“Above all, I stand behind my team. When false accusations are made against our riders, a line is crossed. To be clear: these accusations did not come from Cian. They were never voiced to us by Cian as a reason to change teams.”