Tuttomercato reports on Rares Ilie's transfer from Nice to Empoli. Rares Ilie has joined Empoli from Nice. He expressed happiness about joining Empoli, describing it as a great opportunity and an ideal club for young players who enjoy playing proactive football. He mentioned that the environment at Empoli is welcoming and that he has been aided by his friend Mattia Viti. Ilie also discussed his previous challenges moving from Romania to Nice and how he hopes to find continuity and his place in football with this move to Italy.

Rares Ilie, a 22-year-old Romanian midfielder, has been loaned to Empoli in Serie B for the 2025-26 season. The loan includes an option to buy. Previously, he had a successful loan spell at Catanzaro in Serie B during the 2024-25 season, where he played 15 matches, contributed to the club's 6th place finish, and provided three assists. OGC Nice wishes him a successful season.