FCSB delays contract talks for Radunovic and Crețu until December

Contract extension negotiations for FCSB defenders Risto Radunovic and Valentin Crețu have not yet commenced, according to club official Mihai Stoica. The President of the Board of Directors stated that no discussions regarding new deals have taken place so far, despite speculation about the future of the two experienced players at the Bucharest-based club.

Stoica indicated that any potential talks concerning the defenders are expected to occur in December. He explained that the process depends entirely on owner Gigi Becali; if Becali wishes to retain either or both players, he may present proposals next month, after which the players would decide whether to accept the terms and continue with the team.

The contractual situations of the two defenders differ significantly heading into the winter period. Risto Radunovic remains under contract with FCSB until June 30, 2027, providing the club with longer-term security. In contrast, Valentin Crețu’s current agreement is set to expire on December 31, 2026, making his situation more time-sensitive as the end of next year approaches.

Regarding specific intentions, Gigi Becali has reportedly expressed a desire to extend Risto Radunovic’s deal by one additional year. This indication suggests a level of priority for the Montenegrin defender, although formal negotiations remain pending until the designated timeframe later this year.

Both players have been significant figures for FCSB over recent seasons. Radunovic arrived from Astra Giurgiu in January 2021 for a transfer fee of 400,000 euros. Valentin Crețu joined earlier, signing in August 2019 following a move from Gaz Metan Mediaș that cost 125,000 euros. Their continued presence is now subject to the upcoming December discussions initiated by the club ownership.