Andrei Nicolescu, president of Dinamo, revealed the difficult recovery of 22-year-old defender Cristian Licsandru, who suffered a serious ligament injury during the winter training camp and has struggled with complications after surgery, delaying his return to the squad[4]. Licsandru had been showing promising form before the injury, earning a spot in Romania’s U21 team and establishing himself as a defender with real potential[4]. However, his body rejected an implant during the surgical procedure, forcing further intervention and preventing a smooth comeback[4].
Nicolescu also updated on other injured players: Antonio Bordușanu faces an eight-week recovery due to a grade-3 muscle tear, Stipe Perica is nearing training return, and Cristian Mihai is managing a minor muscle strain[4]. Licsandru’s prolonged absence weakens Dinamo’s defensive options, putting additional pressure on coach Kopic’s squad as they compete in Liga 1. His return will be crucial for reinforcing the team’s backline moving forward.