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Steven Nsimba Transfer from Universitatea Craiova to FCSB
When asked if he is going to FCSB, Steven Nsimba replied that it remains to be seen and that it was uncertain. Gică Craioveanu stated at Euro Fotbal that he knew the player does not play and wants to leave as he is not satisfied with his status as a substitute, adding that it appeared he would leave in the winter. There were discussions this autumn for a transfer of Steven Nsimba to FCSB, in a deal where Aymen Boutoutaou would be ceded by the Bucharest club to Universitatea Craiova. In addition to Aymen Boutoutaou, FCSB would also have given Craiova a sum of around one million euros, but the deal did not proceed. Laurentiu Reghecampf insisted that Aymen Boutoutaou should not be ceded, considering him a key player.
When asked if he is going to FCSB, Steven Nsimba replied that it remains to be seen and that it was uncertain. Gică Craioveanu stated at Euro Fotbal that he knew the player does not play and wants to leave as he is not satisfied with his status as a substitute, adding that it appeared he would leave in the winter. There were discussions this autumn for a transfer of Steven Nsimba to FCSB, in a deal where Aymen Boutoutaou would be ceded by the Bucharest club to Universitatea Craiova. In addition to Aymen Boutoutaou, FCSB would also have given Craiova a sum of around one million euros, but the deal did not proceed. Laurentiu Reghecampf insisted that Aymen Boutoutaou should not be ceded, considering him a key player.
Gigi Becali stated that FCSB and Universitatea Craiova had negotiated and reached an agreement for a swap deal involving Steven Nsimba and Aymen Boutoutaou. The deal also included FCSB offering Universitatea Craiova a sum of money, over one million euros. Becali mentioned that he decided not to proceed with the deal, partly due to the lack of response from Nsimba's brother and because Laurențiu Reghecampf insisted on keeping Boutoutaou. Becali said he was no longer interested in the swap.
Gigi Becali stated that FCSB and Universitatea Craiova had negotiated and reached an agreement for a swap deal involving Steven Nsimba and Aymen Boutoutaou. The deal also included FCSB offering Universitatea Craiova a sum of money, over one million euros. Becali mentioned that he decided not to proceed with the deal, partly due to the lack of response from Nsimba's brother and because Laurențiu Reghecampf insisted on keeping Boutoutaou. Becali said he was no longer interested in the swap.
Steven Nsimba is wanted by FCSB. Filipe Coelho stated that he still relies on Steven Nsimba and does not know anything about a transfer. Coelho said he works with all the players he has and Nsimba is one of them, but he declined to comment. He explained that Elisor also did not always play and that this is part of football, adding that Nsimba's absence from two matches is the full extent of the situation. Coelho reiterated that he knows nothing about this. He described these as decisions, stating he has three good attackers. He noted that Assad and Elisor have played more, whereas in the past Nsimba played more. Coelho concluded that it is not a problem and he has no problem with any player.
Steven Nsimba is wanted by FCSB. Filipe Coelho stated that he still relies on Steven Nsimba and does not know anything about a transfer. Coelho said he works with all the players he has and Nsimba is one of them, but he declined to comment. He explained that Elisor also did not always play and that this is part of football, adding that Nsimba's absence from two matches is the full extent of the situation. Coelho reiterated that he knows nothing about this. He described these as decisions, stating he has three good attackers. He noted that Assad and Elisor have played more, whereas in the past Nsimba played more. Coelho concluded that it is not a problem and he has no problem with any player.
According to Craioveanu, Steven Nsimba is unhappy because he has lost his place in the starting lineup. FCSB is currently not pursuing his signing, but what will happen in the winter is uncertain, as Gigi Becali has announced that he definitely wants a striker.
According to Craioveanu, Steven Nsimba is unhappy because he has lost his place in the starting lineup. FCSB is currently not pursuing his signing, but what will happen in the winter is uncertain, as Gigi Becali has announced that he definitely wants a striker.
Negotiations for Steven Nsimba's transfer to FCSB have stalled. The club's president, Mihai Stoica, announced that the move has definitively fallen through. It is said that the transfer collapsed because Steven Nsimba was opposed to moving to FCSB. It is also reported that Nsimba was unwilling to consider a transfer to the Bucharest club due to Gigi Becali’s total involvement and the atmosphere at the club.
Negotiations for Steven Nsimba's transfer to FCSB have stalled. The club's president, Mihai Stoica, announced that the move has definitively fallen through. It is said that the transfer collapsed because Steven Nsimba was opposed to moving to FCSB. It is also reported that Nsimba was unwilling to consider a transfer to the Bucharest club due to Gigi Becali’s total involvement and the atmosphere at the club.
A proposed swap deal involving Aymen Boutoutaou from FCSB and Steven Nsimba from Universitatea Craiova did not proceed because Steven Nsimba wished to remain at Ion Oblemenco. Fanatik reported that Nsimba wanted to play in European competitions. Furthermore, he would not have been eligible to play for FCSB until the winter, resulting in approximately three months of inactivity.
A proposed swap deal involving Aymen Boutoutaou from FCSB and Steven Nsimba from Universitatea Craiova did not proceed because Steven Nsimba wished to remain at Ion Oblemenco. Fanatik reported that Nsimba wanted to play in European competitions. Furthermore, he would not have been eligible to play for FCSB until the winter, resulting in approximately three months of inactivity.
Steven Nsimba refused a transfer to FCSB. Gigi Becali wanted him in a deal that involved Aymen Boutoutaou and around 800,000 euros going to Universitatea Craiova. Nsimba was not interested in the transfer due to Gigi Becali's total involvement and the atmosphere at the Bucharest club. According to gsp.ro, sources close to the parties stated that Nsimba rejected any association with a move to FCSB from the beginning, is not considering a transfer to another Romanian team, and is happy in his current role at Craiova. The sources also stated that a departure would only be considered if he receives an offer with a much higher salary than in Romania or if he stops playing regularly at Craiova. FCSB was prepared to offer Steven Nsimba a salary of 25,000 euros per month and a 100,000 euros signing bonus, while at Universitatea Craiova, he earns 9,000 euros per month.
Steven Nsimba refused a transfer to FCSB. Gigi Becali wanted him in a deal that involved Aymen Boutoutaou and around 800,000 euros going to Universitatea Craiova. Nsimba was not interested in the transfer due to Gigi Becali's total involvement and the atmosphere at the Bucharest club. According to gsp.ro, sources close to the parties stated that Nsimba rejected any association with a move to FCSB from the beginning, is not considering a transfer to another Romanian team, and is happy in his current role at Craiova. The sources also stated that a departure would only be considered if he receives an offer with a much higher salary than in Romania or if he stops playing regularly at Craiova. FCSB was prepared to offer Steven Nsimba a salary of 25,000 euros per month and a 100,000 euros signing bonus, while at Universitatea Craiova, he earns 9,000 euros per month.
Gigi Becali stated that FCSB would offer 800,000 euro for Steven Nsimba, and it was reported that Nsimba has already agreed to the transfer. However, Becali also said that he is not interested in Nsimba now. He explained that he did not receive an answer from the player's brother, with whom he was told to speak, and that they were supposed to send an offer but sent nothing. Becali revealed that Laurențiu Reghecampf has had a discussion with Steven Nsimba. Separately, Bogdan Lobonț believes Steven Nsimba could be brought to FCSB as a replacement for Arnold Garita, whose contract only runs until December. Lobonț thinks that FCSB are also considering the possibility that Garita will not perform to a high standard and understands that Garita only signed until the winter. He added that Nsimba has a different profile compared to Boutoutaou, being more massive and stronger in duels, while Boutoutaou is more skilled with the ball.
Gigi Becali stated that FCSB would offer 800,000 euro for Steven Nsimba, and it was reported that Nsimba has already agreed to the transfer. However, Becali also said that he is not interested in Nsimba now. He explained that he did not receive an answer from the player's brother, with whom he was told to speak, and that they were supposed to send an offer but sent nothing. Becali revealed that Laurențiu Reghecampf has had a discussion with Steven Nsimba. Separately, Bogdan Lobonț believes Steven Nsimba could be brought to FCSB as a replacement for Arnold Garita, whose contract only runs until December. Lobonț thinks that FCSB are also considering the possibility that Garita will not perform to a high standard and understands that Garita only signed until the winter. He added that Nsimba has a different profile compared to Boutoutaou, being more massive and stronger in duels, while Boutoutaou is more skilled with the ball.
FCSB is willing to make a considerable financial effort to sign Steven Nsimba. According to Spotmedia, FCSB is prepared to offer the player a salary of 25,000 euros per month. At Craiova, the striker earns 9,000 euros per month. FCSB also wants to give Steven Nsimba a signing bonus of 100,000 euros. Steven Nsimba would like to make the move to FCSB for financial and sporting reasons. Universitatea Craiova did not accept the proposal of Aymen Boutoutaou plus a sum around 800,000 euros and demanded 1.2 million euros in addition to the player.
FCSB is willing to make a considerable financial effort to sign Steven Nsimba. According to Spotmedia, FCSB is prepared to offer the player a salary of 25,000 euros per month. At Craiova, the striker earns 9,000 euros per month. FCSB also wants to give Steven Nsimba a signing bonus of 100,000 euros. Steven Nsimba would like to make the move to FCSB for financial and sporting reasons. Universitatea Craiova did not accept the proposal of Aymen Boutoutaou plus a sum around 800,000 euros and demanded 1.2 million euros in addition to the player.
Gigi Becali is awaiting the arrival of Steven Nsimba from Universitatea Craiova, and the striker is reportedly no longer satisfied at his club. Mihai Rotaru is said to be pleased with the proposed swap, and the contract would be signed in the winter. In the deal, Universitatea Craiova would receive one million euros in addition to Aymen Boutoutaou for Nsimba. Gigi Becali stated that there is mutual interest in an exchange. He confirmed the transfer would happen in the winter and that the arrangement would be made now. Becali explained that under the agreement, Nsimba would train with his club and his player would train with Universitatea Craiova, but they would not play. He added that it is a one-for-one swap that also involves money.
Gigi Becali is awaiting the arrival of Steven Nsimba from Universitatea Craiova, and the striker is reportedly no longer satisfied at his club. Mihai Rotaru is said to be pleased with the proposed swap, and the contract would be signed in the winter. In the deal, Universitatea Craiova would receive one million euros in addition to Aymen Boutoutaou for Nsimba. Gigi Becali stated that there is mutual interest in an exchange. He confirmed the transfer would happen in the winter and that the arrangement would be made now. Becali explained that under the agreement, Nsimba would train with his club and his player would train with Universitatea Craiova, but they would not play. He added that it is a one-for-one swap that also involves money.
Universitatea Craiova is willing to transfer Steven Nsimba to FCSB in exchange for Aymen Boutoutaou and a sum of money. FCSB offered to pay a sum of around 800,000 euros. According to Spotmedia, Universitatea Craiova would want 1.2 million euros, in addition to Aymen Boutoutaou, for the transfer of Steven Nsimba to FCSB. Gigi Becali’s response is awaited after Universitatea Craiova’s counteroffer.
Universitatea Craiova is willing to transfer Steven Nsimba to FCSB in exchange for Aymen Boutoutaou and a sum of money. FCSB offered to pay a sum of around 800,000 euros. According to Spotmedia, Universitatea Craiova would want 1.2 million euros, in addition to Aymen Boutoutaou, for the transfer of Steven Nsimba to FCSB. Gigi Becali’s response is awaited after Universitatea Craiova’s counteroffer.
Digi Sport reports that Gigi Becali is considering a player swap deal with Universitatea Craiova for Steven Nsimba, with the proposed deal being Aymen Boutoutaou and 800,000 euros. The report also states that Nsimba will enter the last six months of his contract in winter, at which point he will be able to sign with any other team for the next season.
Digi Sport reports that Gigi Becali is considering a player swap deal with Universitatea Craiova for Steven Nsimba, with the proposed deal being Aymen Boutoutaou and 800,000 euros. The report also states that Nsimba will enter the last six months of his contract in winter, at which point he will be able to sign with any other team for the next season.
Gigi Becali stated that he discussed a possible player exchange with Mihai Rotaru, proposing to acquire Steven Nsimba from Universitatea Craiova in exchange for Aymen Boutoutaou and one million euros. Florin Prunea expressed his opinion that FCSB would have an advantage in such a transaction. Prunea also stated that the transfer will not occur because Universitatea Craiova will not be deceived.
Gigi Becali stated that he discussed a possible player exchange with Mihai Rotaru, proposing to acquire Steven Nsimba from Universitatea Craiova in exchange for Aymen Boutoutaou and one million euros. Florin Prunea expressed his opinion that FCSB would have an advantage in such a transaction. Prunea also stated that the transfer will not occur because Universitatea Craiova will not be deceived.
Pavel Badea, president of Clubul Sportiv Universitatea Craiova, has stated he is skeptical that a swap for Stevan Nsimba between the two teams will happen. He thinks that if it does, it would be a loss for Universitatea Craiova, because Nsimba is a player who has proven himself.
Pavel Badea, president of Clubul Sportiv Universitatea Craiova, has stated he is skeptical that a swap for Stevan Nsimba between the two teams will happen. He thinks that if it does, it would be a loss for Universitatea Craiova, because Nsimba is a player who has proven himself.
Mihai Stoica praised Steven Nsimba, but stated that he had never considered attempting to transfer him to FCSB. According to Stoica, the discussions are Gigi Becali's, and he is not involved in the exchange. Stoica also said that he is uncertain whether Nsimba would help FCSB and that many unknowns exist regarding the situation.
Mihai Stoica praised Steven Nsimba, but stated that he had never considered attempting to transfer him to FCSB. According to Stoica, the discussions are Gigi Becali's, and he is not involved in the exchange. Stoica also said that he is uncertain whether Nsimba would help FCSB and that many unknowns exist regarding the situation.
According to Digi Sport, Gigi Becali has begun negotiations for the transfer of Steven Nsimba and is prepared to offer 800,000 euros in addition to Aymen Boutoutaou. MM Stoica, the chairman of FCSB’s Board of Directors, has also commented on the possible swap between Aymen Boutoutaou and Steven Nsimba.
According to Digi Sport, Gigi Becali has begun negotiations for the transfer of Steven Nsimba and is prepared to offer 800,000 euros in addition to Aymen Boutoutaou. MM Stoica, the chairman of FCSB’s Board of Directors, has also commented on the possible swap between Aymen Boutoutaou and Steven Nsimba.
According to Sport.ro, there is a player swap agreement between FCSB and Universitatea Craiova concerning Steven Nsimba and Aymen Boutoutaou. Gigi Becali stated that he has reached an agreement with Mihai Rotaru, the shareholder of Universitatea Craiova, for a player swap. The deal involves Steven Nsimba being transferred to FCSB, while in exchange Universitatea Craiova will receive one million euros and Aymen Boutoutaou. The contract is expected to be signed in the winter, and the players will start training with their new clubs with the agreement of both parties.
According to Sport.ro, there is a player swap agreement between FCSB and Universitatea Craiova concerning Steven Nsimba and Aymen Boutoutaou. Gigi Becali stated that he has reached an agreement with Mihai Rotaru, the shareholder of Universitatea Craiova, for a player swap. The deal involves Steven Nsimba being transferred to FCSB, while in exchange Universitatea Craiova will receive one million euros and Aymen Boutoutaou. The contract is expected to be signed in the winter, and the players will start training with their new clubs with the agreement of both parties.
FCSB's patron, Gigi Becali, has publicly expressed interest in signing 29-year-old French-Congolese striker Steven Nsimba from rival club Universitatea Craiova. Becali stated his desire to have the player in the Romanian champions' squad and considers him superior to other recently analyzed options, such as Al-Hamlawi. He described Nsimba as more technical, stronger, and a better goalscorer. Becali also revealed that he has discussed the subject with Mihai Stoica ("MM"). Becali is looking for a similar profile of player because he is not willing to pay a large transfer fee. Nsimba had rejected an offer from China during the winter. In January 2026, reports indicated Chinese club Zhejiang FC offered €1.2 million for the player, while Universitatea Craiova's asking price was reportedly set at €1.3 million. Nsimba joined Craiova in July 2025, has a contract until June 2027, and a current Transfermarkt market value of €800k. In the current season, he has scored 6 goals and provided 2 assists in 17 SuperLiga appearances.
FCSB's patron, Gigi Becali, has publicly expressed interest in signing 29-year-old French-Congolese striker Steven Nsimba from rival club Universitatea Craiova. Becali stated his desire to have the player in the Romanian champions' squad and considers him superior to other recently analyzed options, such as Al-Hamlawi. He described Nsimba as more technical, stronger, and a better goalscorer. Becali also revealed that he has discussed the subject with Mihai Stoica ("MM"). Becali is looking for a similar profile of player because he is not willing to pay a large transfer fee. Nsimba had rejected an offer from China during the winter. In January 2026, reports indicated Chinese club Zhejiang FC offered €1.2 million for the player, while Universitatea Craiova's asking price was reportedly set at €1.3 million. Nsimba joined Craiova in July 2025, has a contract until June 2027, and a current Transfermarkt market value of €800k. In the current season, he has scored 6 goals and provided 2 assists in 17 SuperLiga appearances.
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