The future of veteran Romanian coach Mircea Lucescu as the head of Romania's national team continues to spark much debate, amid the uncertainty surrounding his health condition in recent times.

Media reports indicated that the decision regarding his continuation in the position is directly linked to the doctors' assessment of his medical condition, after he suffered a health setback that led to his hospitalization earlier.

The Romanian national team is preparing for a crucial stage in the European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, where they will face the Turkish national team in the semi-finals of the European playoffs. If they advance, they will meet the winner of the Slovakia vs. Kosovo match in the final for a ticket to the World Cup.

Luceșcu, who is 80 years old, is undergoing close medical monitoring to determine his ability to fully return to work, amid reports of concerns about the impact of his health condition on his continued leadership of the national team during this sensitive period. Meanwhile, the Romanian Football Federation has started considering alternative plans in anticipation of any emergencies.