Farul has officially confirmed the signing of young defender Ionuț Cercel on a loan deal from FCSB. The 19-year-old right-back will spend the next two seasons with the coastal club, working under the guidance of Ioan Ovidiu Sabău.
The Loan Deal
The agreement between the two teams was announced just a day after FCSB president Mihai Stoica revealed the news. The deal allows Cercel to join Farul until the summer of 2027. The young defender was initially sent on loan to the coastal club in February 2025, but he has since returned to FCSB, playing 14 games for the Bucharest-based team.
A Product of the Hagi Academy
Ionuț Cercel is a product of the renowned Hagi Academy, where he honed his skills before making his professional debut in the Liga 1 on September 22, 2024. Born on November 14, 2006, in Constanța, Cercel has already achieved significant success in his young career, including winning the national youth championship with Farul in the 2023/2024 season and helping FCSB win the Super Cup in the 2024/2025 season.
Cercel’s loan deal is a significant development for both teams, as it allows him to gain more experience and playing time under Sabău’s guidance. The young defender has already undergone a medical checkup and will participate in his first training session with Farul today.
A Promising Talent
With his impressive skills and experience, Cercel has become one of the most promising young defenders in Romanian football. His loan deal is a testament to his potential, and it’s expected that he will continue to grow and develop as a player under Sabău’s guidance. Farul will be hoping to make the most of Cercel’s talents, and the young defender will be looking to repay the trust placed in him by the coastal club.
The loan deal also highlights the close relationship between FCSB and Farul, with the two teams working together to develop young talent and provide opportunities for players to gain experience. As Cercel returns to his hometown club, he will be looking to make a positive impact and help Farul achieve success in the Liga 1.
In a statement, Farul welcomed Cercel back home, wishing him all the best in his new role with the club.