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Olimpiu Moruțan Transfer from Aris to Rapid Bucuresti
After signing with Rapid, Olimpiu Moruțan stated in an interview for Rapid TV that he waited for that moment for two weeks and was happy to be there. He said it was a long period in which he thought about Rapid's offer, and that he felt from the start it was a very good sign. Moruțan added that he also wanted to come to the club when he saw that discussions were advancing. He was surprised that he was wanted by Rapid and did not expect their offer.
After signing with Rapid, Olimpiu Moruțan stated in an interview for Rapid TV that he waited for that moment for two weeks and was happy to be there. He said it was a long period in which he thought about Rapid's offer, and that he felt from the start it was a very good sign. Moruțan added that he also wanted to come to the club when he saw that discussions were advancing. He was surprised that he was wanted by Rapid and did not expect their offer.
Sport.ro reported that Rapid has officially transferred Olimpiu Moruțan. The transfer was confirmed on Friday evening.
Sport.ro reported that Rapid has officially transferred Olimpiu Moruțan. The transfer was confirmed on Friday evening.
Aris announced the mutual termination of their agreement with Olimpiu Morutan, whose transfer to Rapid Bucuresti had been considered certain since the end of the previous week. A proposal from Rapid Bucuresti, along with Morutan's desire to leave, led to his return to Romania, as Aris sought to end their association with the player to be released from his high contract. The announcement from Aris wished Morutan success in the next stage of his career.
Aris announced the mutual termination of their agreement with Olimpiu Morutan, whose transfer to Rapid Bucuresti had been considered certain since the end of the previous week. A proposal from Rapid Bucuresti, along with Morutan's desire to leave, led to his return to Romania, as Aris sought to end their association with the player to be released from his high contract. The announcement from Aris wished Morutan success in the next stage of his career.
Olimpiu Moruțan is expected to leave Aris and is preparing to sign with Rapid București. The Romanian media reported that a delay in the transfer was due to financial issues Aris had with Moruțan, but it later became known that these details were settled. Moruțan traveled to his home country to undergo medical examinations, and his transfer is expected to be completed today or tomorrow. The two sides have agreed on the compensation to be paid to Aris for allowing Moruțan to leave.
Olimpiu Moruțan is expected to leave Aris and is preparing to sign with Rapid București. The Romanian media reported that a delay in the transfer was due to financial issues Aris had with Moruțan, but it later became known that these details were settled. Moruțan traveled to his home country to undergo medical examinations, and his transfer is expected to be completed today or tomorrow. The two sides have agreed on the compensation to be paid to Aris for allowing Moruțan to leave.
PAE Aris confirmed that Olimpiu Moruțan is traveling to Bucharest to finalize his transfer to Rapid București. Aris gave permission to Moruțan to travel to Romania for the completion of his transfer in order to free the club from a high-value contract. According to Digi Sports, a delay in finalizing the agreement is due to debts Aris has towards the player.
PAE Aris confirmed that Olimpiu Moruțan is traveling to Bucharest to finalize his transfer to Rapid București. Aris gave permission to Moruțan to travel to Romania for the completion of his transfer in order to free the club from a high-value contract. According to Digi Sports, a delay in finalizing the agreement is due to debts Aris has towards the player.
Victor Angelescu, president of Rapid București, confirmed a verbal agreement with Olimpiu Moruțan and stated his expectation for the player to be in Romania. The agreement for Moruțan's transfer from Aris to Rapid București is pending finalization. Angelescu noted that the transfer cannot be completed until Moruțan resolves certain matters with Galatasaray and Aris. The president also denied reports alleging that Moruțan has signed a contract for a monthly salary of approximately 40,000 euros.
Victor Angelescu, president of Rapid București, confirmed a verbal agreement with Olimpiu Moruțan and stated his expectation for the player to be in Romania. The agreement for Moruțan's transfer from Aris to Rapid București is pending finalization. Angelescu noted that the transfer cannot be completed until Moruțan resolves certain matters with Galatasaray and Aris. The president also denied reports alleging that Moruțan has signed a contract for a monthly salary of approximately 40,000 euros.
According to information obtained by PRO TV, Olimpiu Moruțan has reached an agreement with Rapid regarding his salary and will come to Giulești for free, following his contract termination with Aris. The former FCSB player will arrive in Bucharest around Monday, and Ioan Becali's car will be waiting to pick Moruțan up from the airport.
According to information obtained by PRO TV, Olimpiu Moruțan has reached an agreement with Rapid regarding his salary and will come to Giulești for free, following his contract termination with Aris. The former FCSB player will arrive in Bucharest around Monday, and Ioan Becali's car will be waiting to pick Moruțan up from the airport.
Olimpiu Moruțan is close to leaving Aris, with his agent Giovanni Becali confirming that the transfer to Rapid Bucuresti is 98 to 99% complete. Speaking to 'Fanatik', Giovanni Becali said the move will initially be a six-month loan, after which the 26-year-old winger is set to sign a two-year contract. Becali also stated that Aris will allow him to leave on a free transfer. The player will return to his home country for Rapid, despite a connection to Galatasaray.
Olimpiu Moruțan is close to leaving Aris, with his agent Giovanni Becali confirming that the transfer to Rapid Bucuresti is 98 to 99% complete. Speaking to 'Fanatik', Giovanni Becali said the move will initially be a six-month loan, after which the 26-year-old winger is set to sign a two-year contract. Becali also stated that Aris will allow him to leave on a free transfer. The player will return to his home country for Rapid, despite a connection to Galatasaray.
According to Fanatik, Rapid's owner Dan Șucu agreed to give Olimpiu Moruțan a contract of 500,000 euros per season. Ioan Becali explained that at Aris, Moruțan had a salary of 1.6 million euros over two years. Becali also stated that Moruțan cannot reach that amount at Rapid, but he wanted to come, and further explained that Moruțan gave up some money to play regularly and to have a chance for the national team.
According to Fanatik, Rapid's owner Dan Șucu agreed to give Olimpiu Moruțan a contract of 500,000 euros per season. Ioan Becali explained that at Aris, Moruțan had a salary of 1.6 million euros over two years. Becali also stated that Moruțan cannot reach that amount at Rapid, but he wanted to come, and further explained that Moruțan gave up some money to play regularly and to have a chance for the national team.
According to gsp.ro, Aris and Rapid reached an agreement for Olimpiu Moruțan to be loaned until the end of the season, and the agreement includes a purchase option. The same source states that no loan fee is to be paid at this stage; however, if Rapid exercises the purchase option, a payment of €2,000,000 will be made to Aris. Romanian sources report that Moruțan is expected to be in Bucharest on Monday (19/1) to undergo medical examinations and join his new team, and the team hopes he will be available for the match against UTA the following Monday (26/1).
According to gsp.ro, Aris and Rapid reached an agreement for Olimpiu Moruțan to be loaned until the end of the season, and the agreement includes a purchase option. The same source states that no loan fee is to be paid at this stage; however, if Rapid exercises the purchase option, a payment of €2,000,000 will be made to Aris. Romanian sources report that Moruțan is expected to be in Bucharest on Monday (19/1) to undergo medical examinations and join his new team, and the team hopes he will be available for the match against UTA the following Monday (26/1).
Reports in Romania indicate that Olimpiu Moruțan's transfer to Rapid is certain, a view supported by statements from the player. Giovanni Becali stated that Moruțan's side has been in contact with Rapid for approximately two weeks. Dragoș Sîrbu, an associate of Becali, is in Thessaloniki for the final negotiations with Aris. The deal is a six-month loan with an option to extend for two years, and Aris will receive no immediate financial compensation. If the option is activated, Moruțan's salary will increase. Moruțan accepted Rapid's offer, though he was initially cautious about some aspects, and he was told he would join a team competing for a title and European qualification. In Greece, Moruțan's salary was 2 million euros over two and a half years, which he would retain if he stayed. The manager stated that if everything proceeds as planned, Moruțan could sign immediately and begin training with Rapid on Monday, January 19.
Reports in Romania indicate that Olimpiu Moruțan's transfer to Rapid is certain, a view supported by statements from the player. Giovanni Becali stated that Moruțan's side has been in contact with Rapid for approximately two weeks. Dragoș Sîrbu, an associate of Becali, is in Thessaloniki for the final negotiations with Aris. The deal is a six-month loan with an option to extend for two years, and Aris will receive no immediate financial compensation. If the option is activated, Moruțan's salary will increase. Moruțan accepted Rapid's offer, though he was initially cautious about some aspects, and he was told he would join a team competing for a title and European qualification. In Greece, Moruțan's salary was 2 million euros over two and a half years, which he would retain if he stayed. The manager stated that if everything proceeds as planned, Moruțan could sign immediately and begin training with Rapid on Monday, January 19.
After receiving offers from Rapid and FCSB, Olimpiu Moruțan decided to join Rapid. Florin Vulturar, Moruțan's agent, stated that he was surprised by the player's choice, as he had recommended a return to FCSB. Separately, Moruțan said he wanted to terminate his contract with Aris. Vulturar also said he was unaware of the move to Rapid and learned of it after a few days of not being in contact with Moruțan.
After receiving offers from Rapid and FCSB, Olimpiu Moruțan decided to join Rapid. Florin Vulturar, Moruțan's agent, stated that he was surprised by the player's choice, as he had recommended a return to FCSB. Separately, Moruțan said he wanted to terminate his contract with Aris. Vulturar also said he was unaware of the move to Rapid and learned of it after a few days of not being in contact with Moruțan.
Costel Gâlcă confirmed interest in Olimpiu Moruțan and stated the chance of the player joining Rapid is 90–95%. Olimpiu Moruțan is under contract with Aris until the summer of 2028, however he could leave as a free agent via an amicable agreement.
Costel Gâlcă confirmed interest in Olimpiu Moruțan and stated the chance of the player joining Rapid is 90–95%. Olimpiu Moruțan is under contract with Aris until the summer of 2028, however he could leave as a free agent via an amicable agreement.
According to the website 'fanatic.ro', there is a definitive agreement between Aris and Rapid Bucuresti for the loan of Olimpiu Moruțan with the prospect of a sale. The Romanian website reports it is extremely likely the midfielder will be loaned to Rapid Bucuresti. It remains to be clarified which of two proposals will be chosen. The player's agent, Dragos Sirbu, is in Thessaloniki for final discussions with Aris regarding either a six-month loan with a mandatory purchase option or the immediate signing of a 1.5-year contract with Rapid and the player's release.
According to the website 'fanatic.ro', there is a definitive agreement between Aris and Rapid Bucuresti for the loan of Olimpiu Moruțan with the prospect of a sale. The Romanian website reports it is extremely likely the midfielder will be loaned to Rapid Bucuresti. It remains to be clarified which of two proposals will be chosen. The player's agent, Dragos Sirbu, is in Thessaloniki for final discussions with Aris regarding either a six-month loan with a mandatory purchase option or the immediate signing of a 1.5-year contract with Rapid and the player's release.
Giovanni Becali has stated that reports of 26-year-old Romanian international Olimpiu Moruțan being in talks with either Universitatea Craiova or Rapid București are false. The agent asserted that Moruțan is currently an Aris player and is not in Romania for negotiations, stating a return to the country would not happen for now. A few days earlier, Becali had not dismissed the possibility of his client moving and had mentioned potential transfers to clubs in either Romania or Turkey. The interest from both Craiova and Rapid is considered genuine, as both teams are seeking to strengthen their attacking midfield. Aris has clarified that the player has not been granted any additional leave to travel abroad and continues with his regular training schedule. Moruțan has 17 caps and one goal for his country. He joined Aris in July 2025 on a contract that runs until June 2028 and has made 12 league appearances this season. His current Transfermarkt market value is €2.00m, and his August 2023 transfer from Galatasaray to Ankaragücü was for a reported €3.0 million.
Giovanni Becali has stated that reports of 26-year-old Romanian international Olimpiu Moruțan being in talks with either Universitatea Craiova or Rapid București are false. The agent asserted that Moruțan is currently an Aris player and is not in Romania for negotiations, stating a return to the country would not happen for now. A few days earlier, Becali had not dismissed the possibility of his client moving and had mentioned potential transfers to clubs in either Romania or Turkey. The interest from both Craiova and Rapid is considered genuine, as both teams are seeking to strengthen their attacking midfield. Aris has clarified that the player has not been granted any additional leave to travel abroad and continues with his regular training schedule. Moruțan has 17 caps and one goal for his country. He joined Aris in July 2025 on a contract that runs until June 2028 and has made 12 league appearances this season. His current Transfermarkt market value is €2.00m, and his August 2023 transfer from Galatasaray to Ankaragücü was for a reported €3.0 million.
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