CFR Cluj announced on the club's social media that 24-year-old central midfielder Francisco Barrios, who also holds an Italian passport, is their new player. Barrios joined as a free agent after leaving Boston River, a team from Uruguay's top division. The Uruguayan started his career at Defensor Sporting, winning the Uruguayan Cup three times with the club. His career over the past two years also includes a period in Brazil with Atlético Clube Goianiense. Barrios has represented Uruguay at youth international levels. His current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt at €300k.