The drama at FCSB is far from over. In fact, it has just reached a boiling point. Coach Marius Baciu has dropped a bombshell that has sent shockwaves through the boardroom. The message? A mysterious phone call regarding the potential sale of star winger Darius Olaru. And here is the kicker: club president Gigi Becali knows nothing about it. Not a thing.

The Mysterious Call That Shook the Boardroom

Immediately following the club's gritty victory over Dinamo București in the Conference League playoff, Baciu did not mince words. He revealed that he received a direct call from a top-tier international scout. The subject? The price tag on Darius Olaru. The midfielder’s contract runs until June 2028, making him a prized asset. But the interest is real, and the money talk is loud.

„I didn't tell Meme or Gigi," Baciu stated bluntly. „Today I received a call for Darius Olaru. I was called personally by a very good scout from abroad." The coach emphasized that player movement is a business decision. If the offer is right, why hold a player back? „If the offer is good for a player, how can you keep him? Mentally, he is already there. But that depends on the leadership, not on me."

Survival Instincts in the Playoffs

Before the transfer rumors could fully explode, the team had to survive. FCSB’s season had been a disaster of missed opportunities, but Baciu arrived just in time. The team fought through extra time twice, first against FC Botoșani and then against Dinamo, to secure their spot in the European qualifiers. It was a testament to resilience. The players responded to the pressure with extraordinary physicality.

Baciu praised the squad's mental fortitude. „We needed silence. We raised ourselves to a good level in both matches. After 120 minutes, we tried to leave them freer in the opponent's third. I am very satisfied. All players raised themselves to an extraordinary physical level." He highlighted individual performances, noting Toma's fantastic play and Tavi's exceptional effort despite an ankle problem. The bench players, including Ofri and Thiam, stepped up when called upon.

A Familiar Face Returns to the Hot Seat

For Baciu, working with Gigi Becali is no stranger. He knows the patron's temperament intimately from his playing days. „I am very prepared for a whole season with Gigi Becali as patron because I know him very well from when I was a player," he explained. The connection adds a layer of stability to the chaos. The club needed to regain confidence, and the playoff victories provided that spark. Messages of support poured in from all over the world, proving that the FCSB brand still commands attention. But with Olaru potentially on the move, the summer ahead promises to be just as unpredictable as the season that just ended.