Official news
Olimpiu Moruțan extends Rapid contract until 2028 with reported salary increase
Olimpiu Moruțan has signed a contract extension with Rapid that runs until June 2028, while reports indicate his monthly salary has risen to 38,000 euros.
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October 2026 football news
Browse ScoreTransfer’s reports on Romanian football from October 2026.
Official news
CNCD invites Marius Șumudică to discuss racist chants after CFR Cluj match protest
The National Council for Combating Discrimination has invited CFR Cluj coach Marius Șumudică to file a petition following his attempt to withdraw players from a Romanian Cup match due to alleged racist chants.
Transfer watch
Rapid coach Daniel Pancu requests two experienced signings for winter window
Rapid Bucharest coach Daniel Pancu has asked the club's leadership for two experienced player additions during the upcoming winter transfer window to strengthen the squad for the play-offs.
Club news
Andrei Rațiu remains injured at Rayo Vallecano and is doubtful for Celta Vigo clash
Rayo Vallecano defender Andrei Rațiu continues to recover from a muscular injury sustained with Romania, leaving his availability for the upcoming La Liga match against Celta Vigo uncertain while targeting a return for the Europa League fixture against Union Saint Gilloise.
Official news
Romanian Football Federation ends collaboration with Costin Curelea after failed Euro 2027 qualification
The Romanian Football Federation has confirmed that Costin Curelea is no longer the coach of the Romania U21 national team following their failure to qualify for the 2027 European Championship.
Interview
Nicolae Dobrin's wife says communist authorities blocked Real Madrid move in 1972
Gica Dobrin stated that the Romanian communist regime prevented her husband from joining Real Madrid, rejecting claims that homesickness ended the deal.
Transfer watch
Dinamo Bucharest management considers administrative return for Florin Răducioiu
Reports indicate Dinamo Bucharest leadership is discussing a potential return to an administrative role for former player and manager Florin Răducioiu following his attendance at a recent cup match.
Official news
Steaua coach confirms advanced talks with private investors for promotion rights
Steaua coach Daniel Oprița announced advanced negotiations with private investors to secure promotion rights for the club.
Transfer watch
CFR Cluj vice-president confirms Andrei Cordea likely to be sold in winter due to financial needs
CFR Cluj vice-president Ciprian Deac indicated that midfielder Andrei Cordea will likely be transferred in the winter window to address the club's financial difficulties.
Club news
Dinamo coach allegedly ordered security to monitor Karamoko before CFR Cluj match
Reports claim Dinamo coach Nuno Campos instructed security guards to watch player Mamoudou Karamoko's hotel room to prevent him from attending a party ahead of the Superliga draw against CFR Cluj.
Transfer watch
Italian media rank Radu Drăgușin as Genoa’s most profitable transfer amid Fiorentina loan
Italian press highlights Radu Drăgușin’s move to Tottenham as Genoa’s most lucrative deal, while the defender currently plays on loan at Fiorentina with an automatic purchase clause pending.
Interview
Former FCSB coach Marius Baciu warns new signing Aymen Boutoutaou to maintain consistency
Marius Baciu advised Aymen Boutoutaou to keep his performance level high after the player scored twice in a 4-1 win over Rapid, while former star Liță Dumitru praised the forward as a genius.
Transfer watch
Mirel Rădoi enters advanced talks to become head coach of Asteras Tripolis
Former Romania national team coach Mirel Rădoi is in advanced negotiations to take charge of Greek Super League club Asteras Tripolis following the dismissal of Giorgos Antonopoulos.
Football news
Fiorentina loans Radu Drăgușin from Tottenham with conditional purchase obligation
Fiorentina has secured Romanian defender Radu Drăgușin on loan from Tottenham, with a mandatory purchase clause triggered by appearance thresholds.
Official news
FRF bans Roger Junio for up to two years over unpaid debt to CFR Cluj
The FRF Disciplinary Commission has suspended Roger Junio Rodrigues Figueira from football activities for up to two years until he settles a financial obligation to CFR Cluj established by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
Confirmed transfer
Gloria Bistrița sign youth international Darius Grigore ahead of Cupa României clash with FCSB
Gloria Bistrița have completed the signing of 19-year-old striker Darius Alexandru Grigore one day before their Cupa României group stage match against FCSB.
Transfer watch
Romanian-nationality defender Eric Porstner emerges as potential target while playing under Miroslav Klose at FC Nurnberg
Eric Porstner, a 19-year-old left-back with Romanian citizenship playing for FC Nurnberg in the 2. Bundesliga, is being monitored as a potential addition to the national team setup.
Interview
Mihai Pintilii recalls 2014 transfer request to FCSB owner for move to Al-Hilal
Former midfielder Mihai Pintilii recounted how he approached FCSB owner Gigi Becali in 2014 to request a transfer to Al-Hilal, citing financial motives and age as primary factors.
Official news
Romanian referee Alina Peșu appointed for Manchester City vs PSG Women's Champions League match
Romanian referee Alina Peșu will officiate the Women's Champions League match between Manchester City and PSG on 29 October, leading an all-Romanian officiating team.
Football news
Superliga matches could move to Kanal D following 109 million euro media acquisition
Liga Profesionistă de Fotbal official Justin Ștefan indicated that Superliga matches might be broadcast on Kanal D after Clever Media Network agreed to acquire the channel's parent company for 109 million euros.