Claudiu Rotar, Hermannstadt’s shareholder, revealed the club considered signing Jordan Gele and Malcom Edjouma from FCSB alongside Nana Antwi, but FCSB coach Marius Măldărășanu rejected Gele and Edjouma, wanting only Antwi—whom he previously coached on loan at Hermannstadt. Rotar confirmed Hermannstadt is well-covered in those positions and expects a few additions before the transfer window closes. Despite facing the reigning champions FCSB in the season opener, Rotar believes early-season rust could be an advantage. Meanwhile, FCSB owner Gigi Becali publicly criticized the handling of Gele, Edjouma, and Alexandru Băluță, who no longer figure in the club’s plans[4].
This transfer saga underscores Măldărășanu’s clear vision in squad building and could influence Hermannstadt’s competitive prospects in Liga 1’s new season.