Mihai Stoica announced that Mihai Popescu could be included in the squad for the match against UTA Arad after recovering from his injury. Stoica also stated that a proposal for a contract extension could be made to Popescu.

Mihai Stoica stated he is fully convinced that they will offer Mihai Popescu a contract extension. Mihai Popescu's contract expires in the summer. Stoica also said he is fully convinced they will propose the contract extension, adding that he has spoken with Gigi.

Gigi Becali stated publicly that 32-year-old Romanian centre-back Mihai Popescu will leave FCSB in the summer when his contract expires, justifying that he wants defenders like Ngezana or Dawa. Mihai Popescu stated that his contract ends regardless of injury and that he hopes to discuss with the club at the end of the season, expressing his desire to continue at FCSB. Popescu joined the club in September 2024 and has made 9 appearances in the SuperLiga this season. The defender, who has 7 caps and 1 goal for Romania, has a current market value of €1.00m, according to Transfermarkt.