Rapid Bucuresti

The Romanian winter break has offered some encouragement for Catalin Cirjan that his recent return to the Rapid starting lineup is set to continue in 2024.

Arsenal loanee Catalin Cirjan finally made his return to the Rapid starting lineup on Friday, after a long spell without a league start.

Catalin Cirjan’s cup start in late September hasn’t led to an improvement in his minutes on loan with FC Rapid 1923, as he continues to feature infrequently.

Catalin Cirjan returned to the FC Rapid starting lineup on Thursday for the first time in a month and a half, as they won a cup match against FC Botosani.

FC Rapid owner Dan Sucu has confirmed they have a significant buy option in Catalin Cirjan’s loan deal, but it doesn’t currently seem likely they’ll activate it.

Catalin Cirjan provided an assist in his second appearance for FC Rapid on Sunday, helping his loan team to their first win of the season.

Arsenal loanee Catalin Cirjan impressed on his competitive debut for FC Rapid Bucuresti on Friday, only denied a goal by the finest of margins.

Arsenal midfielder Catalin Cirjan has joined Rapid Bucuresti on loan, with an option to buy for the Romanian first-division side.