Mladen Bartulovic stated in the Ukrainian press that Metalist 1925 wanted Cătălin Cîrjan this winter and that the offer was not 4 million euros. The offer made by the Ukrainian club was 3.5 million euros, according to tribuna.ua. The same source reports that Bartulovic said they inquired about him and that the situation did not progress further.

Zeljko Kopic stated that Cătălin Cîrjan did not leave for Metalist 1925 Kharkiv. Kopic said that the player ultimately decided to stay and continue with them.

Cătălin Cîrjan has received an offer from Metalist Harkov, and the Ukrainian club is reportedly ready to pay four million euros. Zeljko Kopic stated to PRO TV and Sport.ro that the offer is good for the club. Kopic said that the final decision will be seen and that he understands the club's position because the offer involves a lot of money and is a good one. He mentioned there are three things to consider: what the club wants, what Cătălin wants professionally, and the financial side. Kopic added that they need to have a discussion and that every decision is legitimate and has advantages. He stated that the player is the one who decides, and that for him, it is important that Cîrjan makes a decision that will make him happy and satisfied and give him an opportunity to grow. Cătălin Cîrjan has published a post on social media that suggests he will continue at Dinamo.

Following reports of a €4 million offer from Metalist 1925 for Cătălin Cîrjan, Ciprian Marica has spoken about a potential move to Ukraine for the player. Marica considers that if Dinamo sold Cîrjan for that amount this winter, it would be an excellent deal for the club, but the player would be disadvantaged. He stated that he could not let a young player with potential and prospects go to Ukraine at this time. Marica described the sum as staggering for the club, adding that €4 million is a lot of money. He mentioned that he is aware of what is happening there, citing fights in Kharkiv and Donetsk, and stated it is very dangerous. He also mentioned that players go into bunkers during training. Marica believes it is a life that a footballer does not really want. He thinks the club would be happy, but from the player's point of view, the decision would require careful consideration, and he stated that he personally would not go.