Marco Ilaimaharitra has successfully undergone medical tests at Standard Liège. He is joining the club on a free transfer, having been a free agent for several months after leaving Sporting Charleroi. Earlier in January, Ilaimaharitra had signed with KV Kortrijk and participated regularly in matches, although he did not particularly stand out. This transfer is part of Standard Liège's strategy to strengthen their squad in a creative manner due to financial limitations, as they seek cost-effective methods to improve their team. Alongside Lucas Pirard's transfer, Ilaimaharitra's move is perceived as unexpected, underscoring the club's continuous efforts to enhance their lineup despite budgetary constraints.