Gabi Mureșan, a former midfielder and three-time champion with CFR Cluj, has died at the age of 44. He had been serving as the mayor of Apold since 2020.
“Dear community members, today we all share in a great sorrow. The Apold Municipality expresses its deep sadness over the news of the passing of Mr. Gabi Mureșan, a devoted mayor and servant of our community. In these difficult times, we extend our heartfelt condolences to the grieving family and to all who knew and appreciated him. We pray that God grants him eternal peace and that he may be surrounded by His light and love, while giving strength to those left behind. Our community will keep his memory alive and will be grateful for all he has done for the people and for the commune of Apold. May he rest in peace! Eternal remembrance!”
Gabi Mureșan, CFR Cluj Champion, Passes Away
According to reports, Mureșan may have drowned in a lake near Şaeș, heading towards Apold. Last night, firefighters were called to search for him, and they later managed to retrieve him from the water.
Medical personnel immediately began resuscitation efforts, and Mureșan was transported to Târgu Mureș Emergency Hospital, but unfortunately, he could not be saved.
Former teammate Adrian Anca expressed his shock, stating, “Yes, he was swimming… I am in shock. My colleagues are leaving us… Radu Mărginean, Martin Tudor, now Gabi…”
Former International, 3-Time Champion
Mureșan, who played 9 matches for the Romanian national team as a defensive midfielder, began his career at Gaz Metan Mediaș before moving on to Gloria Bistrița. In 2007, he joined CFR Cluj, where he would become synonymous with the club.
He spent six years with CFR, until 2013, and had a stint abroad with Tom Tomsk in Russia before finishing his career back in his home region at ASA Târgu Mureș.
During his time with CFR, he won 8 trophies, including the Romanian championship titles in 2008, 2010, and 2012.
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