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What’s in Russia?
Dynamo and Spartak leaders reject foreign offers
According to Sport24, Turkish agents approached Dynamo striker Konstantin Tyukavin and Spartak midfielder Anton Zinkovsky regarding transfers to Super League clubs. Furthermore, intermediaries have already presented the players with offers from Besiktas and Galatasaray.
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Tyukavin turned down the move to Turkey, as he aims to play only in the top five European leagues. Zinkovsky is not considering a transfer from the RPL and intends to compete for a starting position at Spartak.
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This season, 22-year-old Tyukavin has played five matches for the white-blues (450 minutes excluding added time), scoring one goal and providing one assist. Meanwhile, 28-year-old Zinkovsky has contributed one assist in five games (238 minutes) for the red-whites.
Colombian from RPL leaves for Kazakhstan
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Makhachkala Dynamo defender Francisco Campo Mino has transferred to Shakhtar from Karaganda. The Colombian footballer will play for the Kazakh club on loan until February 2025.
23-year-old Campo became a Dynamo player in January 2024 but did not play a single match. In 2023, Francisco already played for Shakhtar Karaganda, participating in 19 matches and scoring two goals.
Will Spartak legend return to the club?
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Football agent Mohamed Benshenafi, who represents French defender Samuel Gigot, discussed the potential return of the player to Spartak. “Why not? Everyone knows how much Samuel loves Spartak and the fans of this club. However, there have been no offers from Russia thus far,” RB Sport quotes Benshenafi as saying.
Gigot was with Spartak from 2018 to 2022, after which he was acquired by Marseille. Last season, the 30-year-old played in 33 matches and scored three goals. Media reports indicate that Gigot is not included in Marseille’s long-term plans.
Previously, former Spartak CEO Yuri Pervak expressed his desire to see the Frenchman return to the Moscow club. “I believe Samuel’s time in Moscow left everyone with positive feelings,” Pervak stated in an interview with Legalbet.
Rostov’s Swede leaves the club for good
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Winger Pontus Almqvist is set to join Parma. According to Sky Sport Italia, the 25-year-old Swede has already agreed to a contract with the Italian club and will soon undergo a medical examination. As reported by insider Nicolo Schira, the deal will last until 2027.
From 2020 to 2022, the Swede played for Rostov but subsequently suspended his contract and left Russia. He then played on loan for Utrecht and Pogon, spending the past season at Lecce.
What in the world?
Is the Billion Dollar Deal of the Century in Threat?
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Real Madrid and their striker Vinicius have reportedly refused to agree to the largest transfer in football history. This information was reported by the Spanish publication Marca.
According to the source, Saudi Arabia’s Al Ahli offered the Brazilian player a massive contract— a five-year deal valued at nearly €1 billion. Real Madrid received offers in the hundreds of millions. However, both the Royal Club and Vinicius declined to enter negotiations with Al Ahli, who are apparently willing to do anything to sign the 24-year-old forward.
Vinicius’ contract with Real Madrid extends until 2027, with a release clause set at €1 billion.
Spartak coach’s son leaves for Venice
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Serie A club Venezia have announced the signing of Serbian goalkeeper Filip Stankovic. The 22-year-old has been loaned from Inter until the end of the 2024/25 season, with an option to buy that will be activated if certain conditions are met.
Last season, Stankovic played on loan for Sampdoria, where he kept eight clean sheets in 38 matches. Filip is the son of Spartak Moscow head coach Dejan Stankovic.
World champion leaves for Spain for 95 million
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Argentine striker Julian Alvarez has transferred from Manchester City to Atletico. The player signed a six-year contract, according to the press service of the Madrid club. Media reports suggest that the transfer of the 24-year-old forward cost 75 million plus an additional 20 million euros.
Alvarez was bought by Manchester City from River Plate in early 2022 for approximately €20 million. He has made 103 appearances for the Citizens, scoring 36 goals and providing 18 assists.
Julian is a two-time Copa America champion and became a world champion with Argentina in 2022.
Bayer will play for Borussia
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Hoffenheim striker Maximilian Bayer has transferred to Borussia. The 21-year-old forward has signed a five-year contract with the Dortmund club. According to the Transfermarkt portal, the transfer fee is 28.5 million euros.
Bayer is a participant in the 2024 European Championship and has played in two matches for the German national team. Last season, Maximilian scored 16 goals in 33 Bundesliga matches.
What’s in Russia?
Dynamo and Spartak leaders reject foreign offers
In recent news from the Russian Premier League, Sport24 reported that Turkish agents have approached Dynamo Moscow striker Konstantin Tyukavin and Spartak Moscow midfielder Anton Zinkovsky regarding potential transfers to clubs in Turkey’s Super League. The players were offered deals to join top Turkish teams, notably Besiktas and Galatasaray.
Tyukavin turned down the opportunity to move to Turkey, citing his aspirations to play in one of the top five European leagues. Meanwhile, Zinkovsky seems committed to Spartak and is determined to secure his place in the starting lineup.
So far this season, the 22-year-old Tyukavin has participated in five matches, contributing one goal and one assist during his 450 minutes on the pitch. On the other hand, Zinkovsky, aged 28, has made significant contributions with an assist in his five appearances totaling 238 minutes.
Colombian from RPL leaves for Kazakhstan
In transfer news, Francisco Campo Mino, a defender from Makhachkala Dynamo, has secured a loan move to Shakhtar Karaganda in Kazakhstan until February 2025. Despite joining Dynamo in January 2024, the Colombian did not see any playing time and is now looking to regain his form in Kazakhstan.
Will Spartak legend return to the club?
Football agent Mohamed Benshenafi has hinted at the possibility of Samuel Gigot, known for his time at Spartak, returning to the club. “Why not? Everyone knows how Samuel loves Spartak and the fans appreciate him,” he stated, although he confirmed that no offers have circulated from Russia as of yet.
Gigot was a key player for Spartak between 2018 and 2022 before moving to Marseille. The French defender is currently not part of Marseille’s long-term plans, with many seeing a return to Moscow as a favorable option.
Rostov’s Swede leaves the club for good
Pontus Almqvist, formerly of FC Rostov, is set to join Parma. The 25-year-old Swede has reportedly agreed to terms with the Italian club, where he is expected to undergo a medical soon. His new contract will last until 2027.
What in the world?
Is the Billion Dollar Deal of the Century in Threat?
In major football news, reports from Spanish Marca suggest that Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior has declined an extraordinary offer from Saudi Arabia’s Al Ahli. The club reportedly proposed a five-year contract worth close to €1 billion, along with an equivalent offer to Real Madrid. Both parties opted not to negotiate, as Vinicius remains committed to his existing contract, which runs until 2027, featuring a massive buyout clause set at €1 billion.
Spartak coach’s son leaves for Venice
The son of Spartak Moscow’s head coach, Filip Stankovic, has recently joined Serie A club Venezia on a loan deal from Inter Milan until the end of the 2024/25 season. This move comes with an option to purchase, contingent upon certain conditions being met. His experience on loan at Sampdoria last season, where he maintained eight clean sheets, adds to his growing reputation.
World champion leaves for Spain for 95 million
Julian Alvarez, the Argentine World Cup winner, recently made headlines by moving from Manchester City to Atletico Madrid. The young striker signed a six-year deal with the Spanish club, valued at €75 million plus an additional €20 million in incentives. Alvarez, who was previously bought by City from River Plate, has become a formidable forward, scoring 36 goals in 103 appearances.
Bayer will play for Borussia
Maximilian Bayer has officially joined Borussia Dortmund from Hoffenheim. The 21-year-old has committed to a five-year contract with Dortmund, with the transfer fee reported at €28.5 million. Bayer, who has made 16 goals in his last Bundesliga season, is also a participant in the 2024 European Championship.
Benefits of Following These Transfers
Keeping track of player transfers provides fans and analysts with valuable insights into team strategies, player developments, and the overall dynamics of leagues.
- Understand Team Needs: By monitoring transfer activities, fans can gauge the needs and goals of their favorite clubs.
- Fantasy League Insights: Knowledge of player transfers and performance statistics can significantly aid in making informed decisions for fantasy leagues.
- Market Value and Trends: Understanding transfer market trends can inform investors and sponsors about growing talent and potential return on investment.
