The Romanian champions, Universitatea Craiova, are on the verge of making a significant signing in the transfer market, as they prepare to bring in French forward Simon Elisor. The 26-year-old attacker has been a key player for Famalicao in Portugal, helping the club finish fifth in the league last season.
According to sources close to the club, Universitatea Craiova has reached an agreement with Famalicao for the transfer of Elisor, which is expected to cost a record 1.5 million euros. The French forward is already in Austria, where the Romanian champions are holding their pre-season training camp, and an official announcement is expected in the coming hours.
The transfer of Elisor is set to be a significant coup for Universitatea Craiova, and it could be a sign that the club is preparing for a major overhaul of their attacking options. With the departure of Ștefan Baiaram still a possibility, the arrival of Elisor could be a key move in shaping the club’s future.
Who is Simon Elisor?
Elisor is a left-footed attacker who stands at 1.85 meters tall, according to Transfermarkt. In his last season with Famalicao, he made 33 appearances across all competitions, scoring just one goal and providing two assists. His last notable achievement dates back to August 2025, when Famalicao defeated Tondela 1-0, with Elisor scoring the winning goal.
Elisor has had a varied career, playing for several clubs in France and Belgium, including Ajaccio, Villefranche, Seraing, Laval, Metz, and Troyes. His most successful season was in the third tier of French football, where he scored 22 goals in 39 appearances for FC Villefranche in the 2021-2022 campaign.
Universitatea Craiova’s Summer Signings
The transfer of Elisor would be the fourth major signing for Universitatea Craiova this summer, following the arrivals of Alexandru Maxim, Ronaldo Webster, and Răzvan Sava. The Romanian champions are clearly looking to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season, and the arrival of Elisor could be a significant boost to their attacking options.
As Universitatea Craiova continues to build for the future, one thing is clear: they are willing to invest in their squad to achieve success in the Romanian league.