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James Moultrie

What might a transfer to Lidl-Trek look like for Derek Gee, and how would he fit into their leadership puzzle?

Israel-Premier Tech's Canadian rider Derek Gee prepares before the 6th stage of the 108th Giro d'Italia cycling race 227kms from Potenza to Naples on May 15, 2025. (Photo by Luca Bettini / AFP) (Photo by LUCA BETTINI/AFP via Getty Images).

Two riders have kept cycling's transfer rumour mill turning right the way through to December 16: Oscar Onley and Derek Gee-West. Both finished fourth at a Grand Tour in 2025, and with room to develop, seem to offer up the best immediate option for general classification success in the here and now.

As speculation surrounding the Brit being acquired as a long-term option for home team Ineos Grenadiers gains traction, Gee-West's potential spot for 2026, too, is back in the spotlight, with Lidl-Trek being heavily speculated as the frontrunner – but would the Canadian be a good fit there?

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