Romanian international **Valentin Mihăilă**, 25, is poised to leave Parma after five years, agreeing a transfer to Turkish Süper Lig side **Çaykur Rizespor**, who finished 9th last season[1][4]. The deal reportedly involves a €2 million transfer fee plus performance bonuses, making Mihăilă one of the club’s record signings[1][2]. He is expected to sign a contract through 2029 with an annual salary of around €1.2 million[3].
This move follows Mihăilă’s limited impact at Parma due to injuries and his exclusion from the new coach Carlos Cuesta’s plans, highlighted by his recent training with the reserves despite being physically fit[1]. The transfer marks a fresh chapter for Mihăilă, who arrived at Parma in 2020 for €9.1 million from Universitatea Craiova[1].
The transfer hints at Parma’s intent to cut losses on the Romanian winger while Rizespor aims to strengthen their squad with an international talent as they look to improve on last season’s mid-table finish[1]. Mihăilă’s adaptation and performance in the competitive Turkish league will be monitored closely by followers of Romanian football abroad.