Universitatea Craiova has been active in the transfer market, seeking to bolster their squad after losing key players like Alexandru Mitriță. The team has acquired several new signings, including Assad Al-Hamlawi, a Palestinian striker from Slask Wroclaw, and Oleksandr Romanchuk, a Ukrainian central defender. However, football legend Marius Lăcătuș believes that without a high-quality central striker, the team’s chances of winning the title remain slim.

Craiova currently has four forwards: Jovan Markovic, David Barbu, Jalen Blesa, and Assad Al-Hamlawi. Lăcătuș emphasized that a prolific goal-scorer is crucial for success, referencing Mitriță’s impressive 24 goals last season. The club’s patron, Mihai Rotaru, is optimistic about replacing Mitriță’s output with new signings, aiming for a collective goal tally exceeding 23-24 goals.

In conclusion, Craiova’s title aspirations depend heavily on finding a striker who can replicate Mitriță’s scoring prowess.