RSC Anderlecht sporting director Antoine Sibierski secured five new arrivals on the final day of the summer transfer window, with Moldovan international left-back Oleg Reabciuk remaining the only last-minute addition yet to make his official debut for the Belgian club, according to VoetbalNieuws.be.
Antoine Sibierski Secures Late Transfers for European Ambitions
Sibierski executed a heavy recruitment drive during his first mercato leading the Belgian record champions. The Frenchman moved to acquire five fresh players on the eve of the summer transfer deadline to address specific squad requirements.
Securing European football for the autumn served as the primary catalyst for the late spending spree. Once qualification was confirmed, the club awaited the final tournament determination. Participation in the UEFA Europa League yields higher financial returns than the UEFA Conference League, which ultimately expanded the available budget for squad reinforcements.
The sporting director also utilized the final hours of the window to wait for asking prices to drop to manageable sums, capitalize on unexpected market opportunities such as the arrival of Thelo Aasgaard, and anticipate potential departures.
The late exit of Senegal international Moussa Ndiaye to Germany forced Anderlecht to scramble for a replacement to serve as backup to starting left-back Ludwig Augustinsson. Ndiaye’s departure left a sudden vacancy, prompting Sibierski to target the free-agent market.
The club signed 28-year-old Oleg Reabciuk on a free transfer. The defender, who completed a significant portion of his youth development at FC Porto and previously gained experience with Olympiakos and Spartak Moskou, arrived at Lotto Park without a club.
Reabciuk had not played an official competitive match for months prior to his arrival in Brussels. Consequently, he remained off the matchday squad sheets for domestic league fixtures while he built up his physical condition. He has only been named to an official matchday squad once, appearing on the bench against Olympique Lyon.
International Minutes Boost Match Readiness
Reabciuk’s competitive wait could end soon following a productive international break with the Moldova national team. The left-back started four matches in the C-division of the UEFA Nations League, completing the full 90 minutes in three of those fixtures.
Coverage from La Dernière Heure highlighted Reabciuk as a standout performer during Moldova’s match against the Faroe Islands, providing the defender with vital competitive minutes as he works toward full match sharpness for his new club.
Wider Squad Turnover Shapes the Winter Approach
While Reabciuk works toward his first appearance, the broader squad composition continues to experience significant movement. VoetbalBelgie reported that Adriano Bertaccini has changed representatives with the objective of engineering a departure from Anderlecht during the winter transfer window.
Other players, including Alexis Flips and Thomas Foket, remain categorized among squad members deemed surplus to requirements. Mario Stroeykens has seen limited involvement this season, while Tristan Degreef struggles for regular playing time. Defender Killian Sardella remains sidelined as he works his way back to full fitness.
Contract lengths also heavily influence the club’s current roster planning. Left-back Ludwig Augustinsson holds a deal running until June 30, 2027, whereas Colin Coosemans, Marco Kana, Ali Maamar, Tristan Degreef, and Mario Stroeykens are signed through mid-2028, according to VoetbalBelgie records.
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