Cercle Brugge opts not to pick up loan agreements on players

Cercle Brugge has decided against activating purchase options for four players on loan this season, following a challenging campaign where they finished in the bottom four of the Pro League but managed to avoid relegation. Among those returning to their parent clubs include Oluwaseun Adewumi from Burnley and Oumar Diakite from Reims, who has been called up for the World Cup with Côte d'Ivoire. The club's decision impacts their roster plans ahead of the upcoming season, as they will need to seek new additions to strengthen the team. Two other players will return to Gent after unsuccessful loan spells.

• 7:25 PMYahoo Sports — Cercle Brugge decide against picking up purchase options on Burnley forward and World Cup bound striker