 In September 2014, Hagi appointed himself manager of Viitorul Constanța, in addition to being the owner and charmain of the club.Successfully avoiding relegation in his first season, Viitorul went on to be the season's wonder in the 2015–16 season, finishing the first half of the regular season on 3rd place, which led Hagi to being named Romania Coach of the Year.Eventually, Viitorul finished the regular season on 4th place, earning their first play-off qualification.