# Andrei Coubiș transfer to Lincoln City

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/andrei-coubi-transfer-to-lincoln-city
> Updated: 2026-08-02T07:39:46.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 3.

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.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-02: 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.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/universitatea-clujs-record-transfer-andrei-coubi-to-lincoln-city

### 2026-07-31: 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 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanian-defender-andrei-coubi-signs-fiveyear-deal-with-lincoln-city

### 2026-07-27: 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.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/andrei-coubis-record-move-to-lincoln-city-amid-romanian-football-updates

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