Romanian footballers Radu and Drăgușin face updates in Italy

Romanian footballers in Italy are facing different professional developments. Radu Drăgușin, a defender for Fiorentina, received mixed reviews following Romania's 2-1 loss to Sweden in the Nations League. While Italian media outlet La Nazione noted his tactical difficulties in a three-man defense—specifically regarding mobility and long passing—they emphasized that a single poor international performance does not negate his positive evolution at Fiorentina.

Meanwhile, 19-year-old Romanian goalkeeper Riccardo Radu will remain with the Juventus youth team for the current season. Despite initial considerations of promoting him to the first team as a backup for Guglielmo Vicario, Juventus officials decided that such a move might hinder his development. Radu, who has been with the club since age eight, recently signed a contract extension through June 2028, with options to extend until 2030.