# Romanian footballers moving to Italian leagues

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/romanian-footballers-moving-to-italian-leagues
> Updated: 2026-08-23T14:41:14.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Romanian footballers have recently transitioned to Italian leagues. Midfielder Rareș Ilie joined Serie B side Mantova on a three-year contract following his departure from OGC Nice. After signing, Ilie scored his first goal for Mantova in a 2-1 victory against Carrarese during the opening round of the Serie B season.

Additionally, defender Vasile Mogoș signed with Bari following the club's relegation to Serie C. Mogoș, who previously played for Universitatea Craiova, stated his move was motivated by the chance to work with a former coach and to assist in the team's promotion efforts.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-23: Romanian footballers Rareș Ilie and Vasile Mogoș make moves in Italy

Romanian players Rareș Ilie and Vasile Mogoș have made key moves in Italy, with Ilie scoring for Mantova in Serie B and Mogoș signing with Bari.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanian-footballers-rare-ilie-and-vasile-mogo-make-moves-in-italy

### 2026-07-28: Rareș Ilie joins Mantova after failed Rapid move

Rareș Ilie signed a three‑year deal with Mantova after a salary dispute with Rapid; other Romanian transfers involve Igor Savic’s visa issues, stalled Baiaram move to Anderlecht, Dinis Ieșeanu joining Metalogl​

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cfr-cluj-midfielder-igor-savic-may-exit-without-debut

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