Ioan Sdrobiș has died, the coach who discovered Cristian Chivu

Ioan Sdrobiș, the coach who discovered Cristi Chivu, passed away at the age of 79 after facing numerous health issues recently.

Ioan Sdrobiș was born on March 9, 1946, in Bacău. His coaching career began at Oțelul Galați. Later, the technician also coached U Cluj, Ceahlăul Simpex, Dacia Unirea Brăila, Minaur Baia Mare, CSM Reșița, Jiul Petroșani, FC Vaslui, and Farul Constanța. Ioan Sdrobiș is associated with Cristi Chivu's debut in professional football. This happened in the 1997/1998 season when the current coach of Inter was sent onto the field by Sdrobiș.