Alexandru Cicâldău is a 29-year-old Romanian central midfielder who joined Universitatea Craiova in September 2024, with a contract that runs until June 2028. Agent Giovanni Becali said Cicâldău can leave for China if he continues to have remarkable performances. Becali also said Universitatea Craiova can receive an important sum for a possible transfer, mentioning a value of 3–4 million, up to 5 million euros. Cicâldău has 41 caps and 5 goals for Romania, and his current market value is €2.50m, according to Transfermarkt.