Claudiu Rotar stated that there are discussions for Kevin Ciubotaru and also that there are talks from Poland. Rotar stated that while there are many approaches at the moment, nothing is advanced. He also stated that the release clause is 450,000 euros, as written in the contract, and cannot be modified. Kevin Ciubotaru has a high chance to leave Hermannstadt this summer, and the destination could be Lech Poznan in Poland.

Lech Poznań is considering a move for Romanian-Italian defender Kevin Ciubotaru from FC Hermannstadt as a potential replacement for Michał Gurgul, who may leave the club in the summer. Ciubotaru is 22 years old, and his contract expires on June 30, 2028. Unofficial reports suggest a deal for him could cost between 400,000 and 500,000 euros. Ciubotaru, who joined Hermannstadt in August 2023, has earned one cap for the Romanian national team. During the 2025/2026 season, he made a total of 34 domestic league appearances and provided one assist. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value at €400k. Romanian club FCSB has also been linked with the player.