AFC Wimbledon striker Omar Bugiel leaves the club

AFC Wimbledon striker Omar Bugiel has left the club after three years, scoring 28 goals in 142 appearances. Bugiel joined the Dons in the summer of 2023 after leaving Sutton United and was part of the squad that won promotion to League One in the 2024-25 season.

What happened?

The striker's contract has come to an end, and he will be leaving the club. Director of football, Craig Cope, thanked Bugiel for his contributions to the team.

Why it matters for AFC Wimbledon

Bugiel's departure comes as the team is preparing for their next fixture against Sutton Utd on 2026-07-18. The team is currently 19th in League One, with 53 points from 46 games, and a recent form of LWLLL.

What comes next?

The team will be looking to replace Bugiel and improve their standings in the league. With a goal difference of -21 and 51 goals scored this season, the team will need to work on their defense and scoring abilities.