Pogoń Szczecin have signed Darko Czurlinow. The Macedonian winger, who rejected Jagiellonia Białystok’s offer a year ago to join a Turkish club, is now returning to Ekstraklasa - and it’s to Portowcy. The transfer was finalized in the final hours after it emerged that Widzew Łódź had failed to agree terms with the player’s representatives. Pogoń Szczecin’s last match ended in a 1-1 draw with GKS Katowice on May 23, 2026, and their recent form over the last five games reads two wins, two draws, and a loss (DDWWL). Rajmund Molnár remains sidelined.

What happened with Darko Czurlinow?

Darko Czurlinow, a former Pogoń Szczecin player, terminated his contract with Kocaelispor and became a free agent. Both Widzew Łódź and Pogoń Szczecin pursued him. According to WP Sportowych Faktów, Łódź offered the winger a deal worth around €30,000 per month including bonuses. Szczecin matched that offer but with slightly lower terms - Czurlinow will not be among the top three highest earners in the squad.

WidzewToMy.net reported earlier that the move to RTS had collapsed at the final hurdle. It turned out Pogoń Szczecin had a ready offer and acted fast. As Maciej Sobczak, who covers the club locally, confirmed, the Macedonian is already in Szczecin finalizing the deal.

Why it matters for Pogoń Szczecin

Oscar Garcia has long flagged the need to strengthen the attack. Czurlinow’s arrival fits that plan. The winger, capable of playing on either flank, should add pace and creativity to Portowcy’s frontline. The club knew the transfer window wasn’t shaping up perfectly, so it pounced when the chance arose.

Recent weeks saw Pogoń Szczecin push hard for reinforcements. The Alfie Dorrington deal for the Tottenham Hotspur youth stopper collapsed. With that door shut, the coaching staff had to look elsewhere. Czurlinow, who has Ekstraklasa experience, looks like a smart pickup.

What’s next for Pogoń Szczecin?

Darko Czurlinow will join the squad in the coming days. His arrival should boost the attack’s quality, especially as the new season looms. Portowcy are targeting a top-half finish and the new signing could be key.

Pogoń Szczecin has had a solid pre-season but now the real tests begin. Fans will soon see Czurlinow in action, which should make the upcoming fixtures even more compelling. With Rajmund Molnár still sidelined, the squad needs every available body.

Pogoń Szczecin’s last match ended in a 1-1 draw with GKS Katowice on May 23, 2026. Over the last five games they have two wins, two draws, and one loss (DDWWL). Adding Czurlinow could prove crucial in the battles ahead.