Agent Vladimir Kuzmichyov, representing Lokomotiv midfielder Alexey Batrakov, responded to reports that the club had declined a €30 million offer from Al-Ittihad for the player.

“There is interest from Al-Ittihad in Batrakov. Yes, we have received inquiries from four clubs in the upper part of the table in Saudi Arabia, but at this moment, Lokomotiv is not considering any offers. We cannot communicate with other clubs until we receive their permission. Is a transfer to Saudi Arabia possible? Given that Alexey consistently performs at a high level, we believe there will be an offer from a major European club,” Sport24 quoted Kuzmichyov as saying.

This season, the 20-year-old Batrakov has played eight matches across all competitions, scoring nine goals and providing one assist.