Article by Alexandru Tomuțiu – Published Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 9:18 p.m. / Updated Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 9:19 p.m.
Aurel Țicleanu (67 years old), the legend of Craiova, believes that Rapid's game will increase a lot after the transfer of Olimpiu Moruțan (26, offensive midfielder).
Olimpiu Moruțan scored the first minutes for Rapid in the victory over UTA, score 2-1, and he did not move badly at all. Aurel Țicleanu emphasized the advantages that the former FCSB footballer will bring to the game of Giulești.
He said that the attacks from Bucharest will be much more dangerous in the central area as well, not just in the lanes, where Dobre and Petrila are.
Aurel Țicleanu: “With the arrival of Olimpiu Moruțan, another Rapid is foreshadowed”
“With the arrival of Moruțan, another Rapid is foreshadowed. He had some characteristics, with a game on the edge, he had some locomotives, Dobre and Petrila, two players who were always willing to make an effort, but they had a problem in the middle of the field in terms of creation and the last pass.
From this moment on, I think Rapid goes to a higher level. 30 minutes were enough for Moruțan to give the signal that Rapid will be a different team. I think it will grow from this point.
Olimpiu Moruțan debuted at Rapid, photo: Sport Pictures
Now Craiova, Dinamo and Rapid are also playing well. How the first defeat is handled is important. The pressure is high, we are talking about three teams with a large pool of supporters, not only in their cities, but in the whole country”, said Aurel Țicleanu, at Prima Sport.
Moruțan is still not one hundred percent in rhythm. He's good physically, but he doesn't have rhythm, he didn't play at Aris. You get this rhythm by playing. It is at 70%. When he reaches one hundred percent, he will be very good. We are excited for his debut.
There were many players who played well. Moruțan will be much better than in this match. For me, he is the most talented player in the championship. I am convinced that he will also have certain matches where he will not make the difference like he did yesterday.
– Victor Angelescu, president and minority shareholder at Rapid
