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Gent begins 2026/2027 season with higher expectations in Belgium

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 2:00 PM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Gent begins 2026/2027 season with higher expectations in Belgium

Summary

Gent enters the 2026/2027 Belgian Pro League after a season that saw them scrape into European competition. Under the management of Rik De Mil, the club is already participating in Conference League qualifiers as they seek to build on last year's performance. The transfer window has seen new signings including Mouhamed Bgom and Josue Vergara, while key player Mathias Delorge is expected to rise after recovering from injury. Gent aims to secure a more stable position in the league this season, needing a strong showing to avoid pressure from missing European play.

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Status Watch

•Gent is engaged in Conference League qualifiers.
•Rik De Mil has had a full summer in charge.
•Key player Mathias Delorge seeks to rebound from injury.
•New signings include Mouhamed Bgom and Josue Vergara.
•Gent must secure a solid standing to maintain European ambitions.

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2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Belgian Pro League 2026/2027 Preview: Gent

What they're saying

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Gent scrapped into Europe last season and are already underway in the Conference League qualifiers. Expectations are higher with Rik De Mil having had a full summer in charge of the club, and once aga...
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