Kurt Zouma signed with CFR Cluj as a free agent, becoming the most valuable player in the Romanian Superliga, surpassing Darius Olarut. He was suggested by Mikaël Silvestre, the prospective new sports director, after the team failed to reach the Conference League group stage.

Sport.ro reports on CFR Cluj's negotiations with Kurt Zouma amid potential changes in their squad. CFR Cluj is in advanced negotiations with Kurt Zouma, a 30-year-old player, as they prepare for the potential departure of Leo Bolgado. The club has also signed Pape Abou Cisse, a 29-year-old Senegalese defender, to ensure they have adequate defensive coverage. This strategic move comes as CFR Cluj seems ready to part ways with Bolgado, who is valued between 800,000 and 900,000 euros, reflecting the club's proactive measures to maintain a solid defense.