David Barbu Market Value €250k & Wage Estimate — U Craiova 1948 Club Sportiv SA
Updated April 15, 2026
personPlayer Profile
- Born
- June 26, 2006 · Craiova
- Country of Birth
- Romania
- Height
- 190 cm (6ft 2in)
- Preferred Foot
- Right
- Primary Position
- Centre-Forward
- Current Club
- U Craiova 1948 Club Sportiv SA
- Agent
- Becali Sport
- International
- 6 caps · 1 goals
David Barbu’s weekly wage is estimated between €255 and €885, based on the typical Liga I (Romania) pay band for his age bracket. Transfermarkt currently values him at €250k.
Earnings Breakdown
Estimated Wage Band
Because David Barbu’s individual contract isn’t publicly reported, we show a band derived from the observed wage distribution across Liga I (Romania) players in the same age bracket.
| Percentile | Weekly (EUR) | Annual (EUR) |
|---|---|---|
| 25th percentile (lower band) | €255 | €13,250 |
| Median | €404 | €21,000 |
| 75th percentile (upper band) | €885 | €46,000 |
Market Value vs Wage
Transfermarkt values David Barbu at €250k, which is 11.9x the player’s annual wage.
Wage vs League Peers
The Liga I (Romania) average annual wage is approximately €58k. David Barbu earns below that benchmark, at 0.4x the league average.
Value & Performance
Current Valuation
David Barbu’s Transfermarkt valuation sits at €250k. This figure tracks age, contract length, recent form, and demand for his position.
Wage-to-Value Ratio
The market-value-to-wage ratio is roughly 11.9x. Ratios above 5x typically indicate players whose transfer valuation significantly outstrips their current pay; ratios below 1x often signal marquee veterans on heavily front-loaded contracts.
Context & Career
Club
David Barbu currently plays for U Craiova 1948 Club Sportiv SA in the Liga I (Romania), where he operates as a forward.
Nationality
Representing Romania and currently 19 years old, David Barbu sits in the lower-middle bracket of earners globally.
Age Profile
At 19, David Barbu is still in the breakout phase of his career, typically a point where wages lag valuation.
International Career
David Barbu has earned 6 senior caps and scored 1 international goals for Romania.
FAQ
How much does David Barbu earn per week?
€404 per week, equal to €21,000 per year in base wages.
What is David Barbu’s market value?
€250k, according to Transfermarkt’s latest valuation.
What club does David Barbu play for?
U Craiova 1948 Club Sportiv SA in the Liga I (Romania).
How tall is David Barbu?
190 cm (6ft 2in).