In response to information that FCSB had allegedly made an offer for Joao Lameira to prevent his move to Craiova, Gigi Becali told Fanatik that there is no interest in the player and that FCSB does not want him. Joao Lameira was wanted by FCSB during the winter transfer window, but the transfer was not completed.

FCSB has made a counter-offer for João Lameira in an attempt to divert his transfer from Universitatea Craiova, which was considered almost finalized. The deal with Craiova involved Oțelul Galați receiving €500,000 and retaining 15% of the midfielder's rights. Journalist Emanuel Roșu reported the information about FCSB's bid, adding that the coming hours are decisive for determining the 27-year-old Portuguese's future. Gigi Becali has previously shown interest in Lameira; in January, he discussed the possibility of signing both him and his then-teammate Joao Paulo from Oțelul Galați. At that time, MM Stoica reportedly expressed a preference for a different type of player, but Becali has now made an offer for Lameira, who is in the final year of his contract. Lameira has 2 caps for Portugal U20, and his current Transfermarkt market value is €800k.