Louis Munteanu Transfer from CFR Cluj to Celtic
Louis Munteanu is set to join D.C United. The forward was heavily linked with a transfer to Celtic Park last summer, and the Hoops saw an €8 million bid rejected by CFR Cluj. Munteanu was considered a top target by the Celtic hierarchy before they withdrew from negotiations over a deal during the latter stages of the summer window. The Scottish giants were reportedly eager to bring him to the club in 2026 amid their increasing desire to sign a new centre forward.
Celtic are reportedly still interested in Louis Munteanu. Former Cluj director of football Daniel Stanciu stated to DigiSport that a very good offer should come for Louis Munteanu for CFR Cluj to recover because the debts are high. Stanciu said no financially stable club can pay 5-10 million for a player who has such problems. He also said Louis Munteanu is paid very well and has a very good contract with signing money. Stanciu added that the club made an effort, paying him, a transfer fee, and a commission, and still has to pay.
Louis Munteanu, who was on Celtic's transfer list, received criticism from Scottish journalists after he appeared in public wearing the shirt of FCSB, the biggest rival of CFR Cluj. The journalists suggested that the controversy provides more proof that Celtic avoided an error by not signing Munteanu, given that he appears extremely unprofessional and raises questions about his character and respect for CFR Cluj's supporters.
According to 67HailHail, a publication close to Celtic, the club reportedly showed interest in recent months in signing Louis Munteanu, the top scorer of the previous Superliga season. The publication noted that rumours about the striker's transfer have diminished recently. 67HailHail stated that this seems to be good news for Celtic and explained that Munteanu was involved in a scandal in Romania after a gesture that would not have been tolerated in Glasgow.
According to the Daily Record, Celtic are interested in signing Louis Munteanu from Cluj this summer, and he is considered a target.
CFR Cluj’s president, Iuliu Muresan, confirmed the club is in advanced talks to sell forward Louis Munteanu due to their precarious financial situation. While reports indicate Celtic’s interest, Muresan claimed the Scottish side had not yet contacted them over a deal. Lyon and Nantes are also reportedly in talks to sign the striker.
Reports in Romania linked Celtic with striker Louis Munteanu last summer, suggesting that Cluj rejected a £6.9 million bid. Mureșan noted that Celtic have not yet renewed their reported interest, stating that the club has not received anything and has not been contacted by either the manager or anyone on their behalf.
Iuliu Muresan, the president of CFR Cluj, has admitted the club might have to sell Louis Munteanu in January for as little as £5.2 million. Muresan told Digi Sport that there are currently offers for three players. He said he hopes Munteanu is transferred so the club can receive money to solve its problems. The president stated that the market sets the price and the amount has decreased because the player's performance is no longer at the same level. Muresan said Munteanu could leave for €6 million (£5.2 million), but he hopes for €7-8 million, adding that the player must also want to leave.
According to Scottish publication 67 Hail Hail, Louis Munteanu is the primary target for Celtic Glasgow, and the team could acquire the Romanian international as early as January. The publication stated that a striker is coach Wilfried Nancy's main target, which creates an opportunity for Munteanu. It added that CFR Cluj is facing financial problems and will apparently have to sell the 23-year-old player to balance their budget. Munteanu could be sold for £8 million, an amount that seems sufficient for Celtic to acquire him during January, according to 67 Hail Hail.
It is understood that Celtic are interested in renewing their pursuit of Cluj striker Louis Munteanu.
CFR Cluj want to sell Louis Munteanu during the January transfer window. In the summer, an €8 million offer for the striker from Celtic was rejected by Cluj, which had set an asking price of €23m (£20m). Amid financial problems, Cluj president Iuliu Muresan admitted he will look to sell the striker in 2026. Muresan told GSP that the transfer of Louis Munteanu would be a priority for the club.
Munteanu was said to be on the Parkhead shopping list in the final stage of the window. The Dutch giants eventually opted to sign Kasper Dolberg and scuppered the Hoops' late transfer window plans.
Daily Record reports on the transfer saga involving Louis Munteanu and Celtic. Louis Munteanu was heavily linked with Celtic in the summer transfer window. Celtic had a £6.9million bid rejected by CFR Cluj. Munteanu went AWOL from first team training in an attempt to force through a move. CFR Cluj owner Ioan Varga blocked the deadline day exit after talks with Munteanu, convincing him to stay. Varga showed Munteanu the offers and explained why the transfer didn't happen. Munteanu accepted the situation and is staying at Cluj for now.
Daily Record provides an update on the transfer situation surrounding Louis Munteanu and Celtic. Celtic expressed interest in signing Louis Munteanu from CFR Cluj. Initially, a £6.9m bid was rejected earlier in the summer. Munteanu went AWOL to force a move, leading Cluj to lower their asking price to €6 million (£5.1 million) on deadline day.
The Romanian international striker Louis Munteanu is on Brendan Rodgers' radar. Celtic reportedly saw a £6.9m bid for the player turfed out this summer. The striker has gone AWOL in an attempt to force a move away from the club, but Cluj are sticking to their £10.5m valuation and don't want the striker to depart. Club president Cristi Balaj commented on the situation, stating they will not sell for a price they do not want.
The door is still open for Cluj striker Louis Munteanu, despite Celtic having a bid knocked back. Gazzetta reports that Olympiacos have offered £4.3 million for the forward, but Cluj is demanding at least £10.5 million for the 23-year-old.
Celtic had a £6.9m bid rejected for the Romania striker earlier in the window. Digi Sport now claims that Celtic have 'dropped' their interest due to the 'unreasonable' £15million price tag.
Celtic had a £6.9 million bid rejected for Louis Munteanu earlier in the window, with Cluj holding out for around £18 million. Munteanu refused to play in a Europa League match, with reports suggesting a rebellion over a missing payment. Cluj's president was warned by agent Giovanni Becali to cash in urgently as Munteanu's fee will plummet if he refuses to play.
Daily Record reports on Celtic's bid for Louis Munteanu and the ongoing discussions with Cluj. Celtic had made a bid for Louis Munteanu, but it was knocked back by Cluj. Club president Cristi Balaj confirmed that discussions are ongoing and highlighted the player's desirability and focus on preparation.
Louis Munteanu is attracting interest from major European clubs. Celtic reportedly offered 6.9 million GBP (approximately 8 million EUR) for Munteanu, which is considered reasonable for a player who hasn't established himself in Serie A but has impressed in Romania. However, CFR Cluj is demanding 15 million EUR, with bonuses potentially raising the price to 18 million EUR. Journalist Liam Carrigan criticized the price as 'ridiculous', especially since Fiorentina is entitled to half the fee. Negotiations are ongoing, but CFR is firm on their valuation.
Cluj turned down a bid from Celtic for Louis Munteanu, which was reportedly just under £6.9 million. The owner of Cluj, Nelutu Varga, indicated that Munteanu would depart only if a club met the asking price of 18 million euros. Dan Peterescu, Cluj's manager, expressed that Munteanu is irreplaceable, highlighting his 25-goal achievement last season. According to Romanian reports, the club from Transylvania is waiting for an offer of £15.5 million. Munteanu's outstanding performance last season has solidified his status as a vital player for Cluj, with Peterescu noting that finding a replacement of his caliber would be as unlikely as winning the lottery.
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