Torino FC announced on July 10, 2026 the loan of Sergiu Perciun to Ascoli, with a return slated for the end of the season. The 22‑year‑old Romanian midfielder, under contract until 2029, will head to Serie B to gain regular minutes.

Why did Torino decide to let Perciun go?

Granata management, led by Urbano Cairo, concluded that the young player would not secure a starting spot in the current squad. With 10 wins, 14 draws and 14 losses so far, Torino sits 11th in Serie A with 44 points and has conceded 45 goals, a negative goal difference of six. Coach Ivan Jurić prefers to rely on more experienced options in the battle against relegation, freeing Perciun to develop elsewhere.

What are the loan terms?

The club statement does not disclose a fee, but confirms Ascoli will cover the player's salary for the loan period. A buy‑back clause is mentioned, though specifics remain private. Perciun is expected to feature regularly, something unlikely at Torino given the midfield competition.

How will this affect Torino's roster?

Perciun's departure opens a squad spot and a small wage buffer. Torino, currently 38 points behind Napoli, must tighten its defence to cut the 45 goals conceded. Losing a defensive midfielder may push Jurić to experiment with other players, such as Luca Zanimacchia or Andrea Belotti in more advanced roles, to try to reverse the recent LLLDL run.

What can Ascoli expect from Perciun?

Ascoli, fighting to stay up in Serie B, counts on Perciun to add experience in midfield. The player has shown solid passing and ball‑winning ability, traits that could help a side that has let in many goals. If he proves consistent, Torino could consider a more mature return next season.

With the move finalised, Torino FC now focuses on escaping the relegation zone, aiming to shore up the defence and collect vital points in the upcoming fixtures.