Becali criticizes Korenica after FCSB loss to Universitatea Cluj

FCSB lost 0-1 to Universitatea Cluj in a match that prompted owner Gigi Becali to publicly criticize winger Meriton Korenica. Following the defeat, Becali stated he was satisfied with the overall team performance despite the negative result, but he singled out Korenica for specific criticism regarding his contribution during the game.

Becali claimed that Korenica passes only to opponents and loses possession frequently. He stated that FCSB requires a replacement for Korenica as well as a new striker to address current squad deficiencies. According to Digi Sport, Becali said he had realized the true state of his team following this analysis.

Meriton Korenica joined FCSB from CFR Cluj last summer in a transfer valued at 700,000 euros. The loss to Universitatea Cluj followed a previous 0-1 defeat to Gloria Bistriţa in the Cup, marking consecutive setbacks for the club in different competitions.

In contrast to the criticism directed at Korenica, other figures within the club have expressed satisfaction with different players. Nicolae Dică stated that Karlo Muhar is the player FCSB sought after Gnahore failed to meet expectations. Dică noted he was surprised by Muhar's performances at FCSB given his unremarkable end at CFR Cluj.

Mihai Stoica, the President of the Board of Directors at FCSB, praised Karlo Muhar's recent performances and considers him an important player for the team. Becali had wanted Muhar since his first period at CFR Cluj between 2022 and 2024 and requested his transfer.

Karlo Muhar's transfer to FCSB was delayed nearly a week due to a dispute with CFR Cluj before he was officially presented near mid-September 2026. Since joining, Muhar has scored one goal and provided one assist in six matches for the club.

Muhar currently serves as the captain of the FCSB team coached by Laurențiu Reghecampf. While Becali identified specific needs in attack and on the wing following the Universitatea Cluj match, the midfield has received internal endorsement from both Dică and Stoica based on recent form.