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Andrei Coubiș transfer to Lincoln City

Overview

In late July 2026, Romanian centre‑back Andrei Coubiș moved from Universitatea Cluj to English Championship side Lincoln City for a reported fee of at least €3 million, the highest amount ever paid by the club. He signed a five‑year contract that runs until 30 June 2031 and retained 15 % of his future federative rights.

Coubiș announced the move with an introductory video in which he expressed excitement about the club’s presentation and described himself as a physical, aggressive and fast defender. He also posted an emotional farewell message to Cluj, thanking the club’s staff, teammates and supporters and pledging to remain a fan of his former side. The transfer adds a player with three caps for the Romania national team and a background in the AC Milan academy to Lincoln City’s defence.

The transfer was formally announced on 30 July 2026 and confirmed by Universitatea Cluj on 2 August as a club‑record €3 million sale. Coubiș is expected to make his English debut in the League Cup against Derby County, followed by a Championship appearance versus Middlesbrough. Romanian fans reacted with a mix of criticism and encouragement as he prepares for his first season in England.

Club owner Gigi Becali later voiced doubt about the reported amount, while U Cluj president Radu Constantea clarified that Sampdoria will receive a 20 % commission, leaving Cluj with roughly €2.28 million. Former midfielder George Florescu suggested that Bosnian forward Jovo Lukic could soon break Coubiș’ record, estimating a potential €3‑5 million fee for the striker.

Entities

Andrei Coubiș · Lincoln City · Universitatea Cluj · CS Dinamo · English Championship

Timeline

  1. 13 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Universitatea Cluj's record transfer: Andrei Coubiș to Lincoln City

    Universitatea Cluj sold defender Andrei Coubiș to Lincoln City for €3 million, its record sale, while Bosnian striker Jovo Lukic is rumored to command an even higher fee.

  2. 16 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Romanian defender Andrei Coubiș signs five‑year deal with Lincoln City

    Romanian centre‑back Andrei Coubiș joins Lincoln City on a €3 million, five‑year deal, expressing enthusiasm and describing himself as a physical, aggressive defender.

  3. 19 days ago

    [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Andrei Coubiș's record move to Lincoln City amid Romanian football updates

    Andrei Coubiș joins Lincoln City for a record €3 m fee; Ionuț Chirilă returns to coach Dinamo; Florin Tănase and Cătălin Cîrjan named top Superliga free‑kick takers.

Sources

as.ro · cluju.ro · fanatik.ro · gsp.ro · hencse.hu · liga2.ro · m.prosport.ro · montrosefc.co.uk · prosport.ro · sport.hotnews.ro · sport.ro · wspieramrozwoj.pl

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