Boss admits defeat on ex-Rangers star Ianis Hagi after talks
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But he's admitted they can't meet Hagi's demands.
Iordanescu said: "I spoke with Ianis. I know he is in a lot of talks with many clubs.
"I can't say anything specific except that I think it will take him some time to make a decision and we have to move on.
"In addition, it is no secret that the salary he is used to and the expectations he has are a bit higher than the club can afford at the moment."
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