Florentin Matei

Steaua București

Born in Bolintin-Vale, Giurgiu County, Matei came through FC Steaua București's youth ranks, and in 2009 he was named the best player of the "Iulian Manzarov – International Football Tournament for Juniors" in Bulgaria. On 16 May 2010 he made his Liga I debut for the senior team, in a 2–0 victory against FC Universitatea Craiova where he came on as a substitute for Romeo Surdu in the 82nd minute; in September, he was sent on loan at fellow league side Unirea Urziceni along with several other teammates from Steaua's reserves. The following year, Matei terminated his contract with the capital-based club. As a result, Steaua owner George Becali criticised the youngster, stating in a controversial manner that he would never become an above average player.

Cesena

After eight months as a free agent, Matei signed with A.C. Cesena from Italy on 11 September 2011. He was released only a year later.

Volyn Lutsk

In the autumn of 2013, Matei agreed to a three-year deal with Ukrainian side Volyn Lutsk, having been previously close to joining Dinamo București, the historical rival of his former club Steaua. During his spell with "the Crusaders" he made 61 appearances all competitions comprised, and scored 12 goals.

Rijeka

On 2 February 2016, HNK Rijeka announced they had signed Matei on a three-and-a-half-year contract. He was given the number 10 jersey and made his debut a week later, as an 85th-minute substitute in a 2–0 home win…

Matei earned caps for Romania's under-17 and under-19 teams. In early 2016, Romanian coach Mircea Lucescu regarded him as a player who would deserve to be selected for the full side.

Club

As of 8 December 2022

Club

Rijeka

Prva HNL: 2016–17 Croatian Cup: 2016–17