Romanian football clubs hit by financial woes as players walk away

Midfielder Alex Băluță's move to Poli Timișoara collapsed after the club cited concerns over his temperament and gambling‑related debts, prompting Universitatea Craiova to settle his liabilities. He subsequently signed with Chindia Târgoviște.

Midfielder Dragoș Albu also left his team, FC Hermannstadt, after the club announced it would cease operations due to unpaid salaries and mounting debts. Albu, who has not received any wages for months, is now seeking a new contract elsewhere.