French retailer E.Leclerc has denied reports that it could possibly enter Romania as early as next year.

Media reports noted that the French grocery retailer could enter into the Romanian market next year by opening a store in Bucharest.

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However, the company has refuted these reports. When contacted by just-food, a spokesperson for the E.Leclerc said: “it is a simple rumour”.

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