Igor Korneev commented on the possible return of Aris forward Aleksandr Kokorin, 35, to the Russian Premier League. A move for the Russian second striker to Pari NN under Shpilevskiy was mentioned during the conversation. Korneev expressed doubt about Kokorin's desire to return and called it a last option. Kokorin joined Aris Limassol in July 2024, and his contract is set to expire in May 2026. The forward has 48 caps and 12 goals for Russia. In the 2025/2026 season, he has made 12 appearances in the Cyprus League without registering any goals or assists. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value to be €400k.