OFFICIAL: European striker with 72 goals to partner Cong Phuong

Truong Tuoi Dong Nai has officially secured the signing of talented striker Andrei Ivan, expected to create a formidable partnership with Cong Phuong up front.

Truong Tuoi Dong Nai Club officially announced the notable signing of Andrei Ivan, a forward born in 1997 who has represented the Romanian national team for many years. The arrival of this European marksman reflects the ambitious goals of the Southeast region club after securing promotion, as they aim to compete in the V.League 2026/27 season.

Andrei Ivan developed through Romanian football and gained experience in various European leagues. Throughout his career, he has played for Universitatea Craiova, Rapid Wien in Austria, and Panserraikos in Greece. His ability to play as a central striker or drift to the left, combined with his pace, makes Ivan a versatile attacking option for the newly promoted side.

The most outstanding period of Andrei Ivan's career was at Universitatea Craiova, where he scored 72 goals and provided 38 assists. The 29-year-old forward also contributed to the team's victories in the Romanian Cup and Romanian Super Cup. These numbers show that Ivan is not only a finisher but also excels at supporting his teammates in attack.

In the most recent season, Ivan played for Panserraikos in the Greek Super League. He made 32 appearances, scoring 5 goals and providing 3 assists. Although his output was not explosive, his regular playing time in Europe has helped the new Truong Tuoi Dong Nai recruit maintain his fitness, experience, and tactical adaptability.

According to sources from Romania, Andrei Ivan could earn around $350,000 per year, equivalent to nearly $30,000 per month. This is a notable figure compared to the V.League standard. If this amount is after-tax salary, excluding bonuses and signing fees, Ivan could be among the highest-paid foreign players in the league.

Andrei Ivan will play in Asia for the first time and is expected to become a key attacking threat for Truong Tuoi Dong Nai. He is likely to team up with Cong Phuong, the star who helped the club secure promotion to V.League. The combination of Ivan's speed, strength, and experience with Cong Phuong's technical skills and ability to create chances promises to form an exciting "deadly duo" for the upcoming season.