Charles McCarthy: Ghanaian midfielder joins CS Afumati on free transfer from Modelu

Ghanaian midfielder Charles McCarthy has joined Romanian side CS Afumati on a free transfer from Modelu.

The 22-year-old central midfielder, who is right-footed and stands at 1.68m, makes the move within Romania as Afumati prepare for their Liga 2 campaign. The deal sees McCarthy switch clubs without a fee after two years on the books at Modelu.

McCarthy had arrived at Modelu in July 2024, also as a free agent, after a spell without a club. His performances there have now earned him a step up to Afumati, where he will compete for a place in the centre of midfield.

Born on 14 June 2004, McCarthy began his senior career in Ghana, featuring for Elmina Sharks before moving to domestic giants Hearts of Oak. He later left Hearts of Oak and spent time unattached before rebuilding his career in Romania.

McCarthy has already experienced cup football in Romania, having completed 90 minutes in a Romanian Cup tie, and now links up with Afumati as they look to strengthen their squad depth in the middle of the park.

The move is a permanent free transfer, with McCarthy now registered as a CS Afumati player ahead of the 2026-27 season.