FCSB owner Gigi Becali has confirmed that the club will comply with the U21 player rule this season by fielding a young full-back, with two candidates currently in the squad: Ionuț Cercel on the right flank and Laurențiu Vlăsceanu on the left. However, the team is actively seeking an additional U21 right-back option to strengthen the squad depth.
According to reports, FCSB is eyeing two young defenders as potential signings: **Andrei Dorobanțu** from Unirea Slobozia and **David Maftei**, currently at Farul Constanța. Dorobanțu, 20, impressed with 22 appearances last season and has attracted interest from other clubs including Farul. Maftei has also been a regular starter, with 23 appearances on loan at Oțelul Galați last season before returning to Farul this summer. Both players fit the U21 eligibility requirement and could provide valuable options on the right side of defense.
This recruitment push comes as FCSB prepares for their UEFA Champions League first qualifying round tie against Inter Club d’Escaldes on Wednesday at 20:30. The team recently secured a 2-1 victory over CFR Cluj in the Romanian Supercup, with Cercel playing a key role. Following the European fixture, FCSB will host Hermannstadt in the opening round of the SuperLiga on Saturday, broadcast live on Digi Sport 1.
The addition of another young full-back would provide tactical flexibility and ensure compliance with league regulations, while bolstering FCSB’s defensive options ahead of a demanding season featuring both domestic and European challenges.
**Insight:** FCSB’s focus on U21 full-backs reflects strategic squad planning to meet regulatory demands while maintaining competitive edge in Champions League qualifiers and Liga I.