# CSM Oradea roster and coaching changes

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/csm-oradea-roster-and-coaching-changes
> Updated: 2026-08-15T04:05:41.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Romanian basketball club CSM Oradea has initiated a significant restructuring of its roster and coaching staff for the 2026–2027 season. The club replaced long-time head coach Cristian Achim with Mikko Riipinen, the Swedish national team coach, who has signed a two-season contract. Riipinen will be supported by assistants Ciprian Enache and David Karsai.

In addition to the coaching change, the club underwent a major player turnover, including the departure of captain Bogdan Nicolescu. New signings include players from the United States, Canada, Romania, and the United Kingdom. The club’s primary goal is to qualify for the Basketball Champions League group stage, starting with a qualifying tournament in Samokov, Bulgaria, in September.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-15: Mikko Riipinen appointed as new coach of CSM CSU Oradea

Mikko Riipinen, current Swedish national team coach, has signed a two-year deal to lead basketball club CSM CSU Oradea.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mikko-riipinen-appointed-as-new-coach-of-csm-csu-oradea

### 2026-07-31: CSM Oradea revamps roster and hires Swedish coach ahead of Champions League push

CSM Oradea replaces coach Cristian Achim with Sweden's Mikko Riipinen, adds new players and aims to qualify for the Basketball Champions League in September qualifiers in Bulgaria.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/csm-oradea-revamps-roster-and-hires-swedish-coach-ahead-of-champions-league-push

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