# Chindia Târgoviște managerial changes and squad tensions

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/chindia-trgovite-managerial-changes-and-squad-tensions
> Updated: 2026-09-01T03:17:00.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Leo Grozavu was appointed as the new manager of Chindia Târgoviște, signing a contract for the current season with a potential extension if the club achieves promotion. Grozavu took over the role from Nicolae Croitoru after the club’s initial target, Daniel Oprița, chose to remain at Steaua.

Following a 0-1 defeat against FC Voluntari in the Romanian Cup, Grozavu expressed frustration over the squad’s lack of experienced players and suggested he might depart if the club does not secure new signings. Chindia President Florin Gardoș responded by stating the club is working to acquire players within budget constraints and emphasized that the primary objective remains league promotion. Gardoș indicated that the club does not intend to allow the coach to leave so shortly after his appointment.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-01: Chindia Târgoviște coach Leo Grozavu considers departure after Cup loss

Following a 0-1 Romanian Cup loss to FC Voluntari, Chindia Târgoviște president Florin Gardoș addressed coach Leo Grozavu's threats to resign over squad limitations.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chindia-trgovite-coach-leo-grozavu-considers-departure-after-cup-loss

### 2026-08-26: Leo Grozavu appointed Chindia manager as Daniel Oprița stays at Steaua

Leo Grozavu has been appointed manager of Chindia Târgoviște after Daniel Oprița chose to remain at Steaua. Meanwhile, Victor Pițurcă has warned Eugen Trică against pursuing the Steaua role.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanian-football-clubs-steaua-and-chindia-trgovite-undergo-coaching-shifts

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