Louis Munteanu, the 23-year-old Romanian forward, has officially been transferred from CFR Cluj to DC United for a sum of 7 million dollars, a record for the American club. This amount can increase by up to 2.5 million dollars depending on the player's performance. Munteanu has signed a contract for three and a half years, with an annual salary of 1.2 million euros. Although the transfer has been announced, he must complete the medical examination before joining the team.
The sporting director of DC United, Erkut Sogut, praised Munteanu's finishing skills and work ethic, highlighting the impact he will have on the team. Before leaving for the medical examination, Munteanu expressed optimism about his new adventure in MLS. DC United has had a poor start to the season, finishing last in the Eastern Conference.