VCT 2024 transfer window will open on September 11
VCT 24 Roster Construction (FULL PDF) for those interested:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/xfy0lbve0hdr0ju/AAAp3V0Ly-Jia7Utpbd-RE0Sa/Rules%20and%20Policies%202024?dl=0&preview=VCT24+Roster+Construction+Rules.docx.pdf&subfolder_nav_tracking=1
I also couldn't see a tier 1 team in a scenario where they're designed reserve is their assistant coach. But also effectively prevents players other than GC being signed post roster lock and as the emergency substitution rules state all options have to be attempted before applying for an exemption to sign a player outside the transfer window, which would include signing a GC alumni. So you won't see things like harmii because they would have to attempt to sign a GC replacement 1st before they can get an exemption