The claim that Mircea Lucescu has been declared brain dead.

The claim that Mircea Lucescu has been declared brain dead.

06.04.2026 09:21

It has been claimed that Mircea Lucescu, who is being treated in intensive care, has suffered brain death.

Worrying claims regarding the health status of Mircea Lucescu, one of the important figures in world football, have emerged. Romanian media suggested that the experienced coach has been declared brain dead.

HE WAS RECEIVING TREATMENT IN INTENSIVE CARE

Lucescu, 80 years old, who fell ill during the Romania National Team camp on March 29 and was taken to the hospital, had been receiving treatment in intensive care at Bucharest University Hospital for about a week.

HIS CONDITION WORSENED

In a statement made during the day from the hospital, it was noted that the heart rhythm disorder had increased and was not responding to treatment. It was stated that Lucescu was taken to intensive care due to the worsening of his condition.

ROMANIAN MEDIA ANNOUNCED

Romanian media claimed that Lucescu has been declared brain dead. It was reported that the experienced coach continues to breathe while connected to a life support unit, and the decision of his family is awaited. While no official confirmation has been made regarding the matter yet, the football world is closely following the developments.

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