FCSB Goalkeeper Andrei Vlad's Departure Request Denied by Gigi Becali
Andrei Vlad's request to exit Romanian club FCSB has been rejected by club owner Gigi Becali, leaving the goalkeeper sidelined with minimal playing time.
Jamie Bailey
- 2023-12-28
- Updated 04:33 AM ET
(NewsNibs) - Despite his desire to leave FCSB, Andrei Vlad has been restricted from exiting the Bucharest-based football club by the decision of Gigi Becali, the team's owner. Over the past one and a half years, Vlad's presence on the pitch for the championship games has been notably sparse, with the goalkeeper featuring just three times. Since a defeat against FC Argeș in March 2022, Vlad has been relegated to the bench, losing his spot as the club's first-choice goalkeeper.
Shift in the Squad Hierarchy
Following the match against FC Argeș, Stefan Târnovanu took on the role of first-choice goalkeeper for FCSB, subsequently earning a place in the national team squad. Meanwhile, Vlad was limited to playing in three Romanian Cup group-stage matches against FC Bihor, Oțelul, and FCU Craiova during the current season, failing to clock any minutes in the Superliga or in the Conference League preliminary rounds. This drastic reduction in playing time could lead to Vlad recording zero league appearances for the first time since his debut, should he fail to play in the ongoing league season.
Market Value and Career Appearances
The 28-year-old's career league appearances have varied significantly since his debut in the 2016/17 season, with games for CSU Craiova followed by fluctuating involvement with FCSB, culminating in no matches played in the current 2023/24 season. Concurrently, Vlad's market value, as estimated by Transfermarkt, has suffered a decline, dropping from €1 million in December 2021 to €400,000 currently, reflecting the diminishing game time and his current standing at FCSB.
The recent developments raise questions about Andrei Vlad's future with FCSB, as both the player and the club consider their options moving forward. The goalkeeper's plight accentuates the competitive nature of professional football and the challenges faced by players who fall out of favour. Vlad's situation will be one to watch as the season progresses and the transfer windows approach, potentially offering him a new path to reclaim his career momentum.
