FCSB midfielder Juri Cisotti sidelined with suspected calf rupture

FCSB has been dealt a significant blow ahead of their upcoming fixtures, as key midfielder Juri Cisotti is expected to be out for several weeks. The injury occurred during the SuperLiga stage 14 match against U Cluj on November 4, 2026, which FCSB lost 0-1. Coach Laurențiu Reghecampf confirmed that Cisotti sustained the injury in the first half and was substituted by Alexandru Stoian. Reghecampf stated that the player will be unavailable for a period of four to six weeks.

Club official Mihai Stoica indicated that Cisotti is suspected of having a calf muscle tear. While some reports suggest the injury happened in the 31st or 32nd minute, the exact timing varies slightly between sources. Stoica expressed concern over the severity of the issue, noting that the club may seek treatment from specialist Marijana Kovacevic in Belgrade. The outcome of this potential medical intervention could influence the final recovery timeline.

The immediate consequence of the injury is Cisotti's exclusion from the next match against Corvinul, scheduled for November 7. Stoica confirmed this absence, stating that the player would not travel with the squad for that fixture. Looking further ahead, Stoica suggested that Cisotti might miss the final three matches of the calendar year against Farul, Sepsi, and FC Botoșani, citing poor pitch conditions in December as a complicating factor for recovery.

Recovery estimates vary among club officials. Stoica mentioned that if treatment in Belgrade is unsuccessful, Cisotti could miss an additional two weeks following the international break. The championship is scheduled to resume on the weekend of December 5-6, 2026. Reghecampf’s more definitive estimate of four to six weeks provides a broader window for the player's return compared to the initial two-week speculation from Stoica.

Cisotti has been a regular presence for FCSB since his transfer in winter 2025. He has made 92 appearances for the club, scoring 13 goals and providing 17 assists. This season, he has contributed 18 appearances and three assists across all competitions. His absence represents a notable loss for the team's midfield options during the critical end-of-year stretch.