According to Team Talk, Manchester United have closely monitored Aleksey Batrakov through their Eastern European scouting networks and have been very impressed by his development. Sources state Premier League clubs have explored various ways to determine whether a deal could be possible, but current regulations mean there is effectively no route for English clubs to sign Batrakov directly from Lokomotiv Moscow. Man Utd also considered alternative mechanisms, including potential loan arrangements, but none of those options have provided a workable solution.

Football agent Pavel Banatin, representing the interests of Lokomotiv midfielder Dmitry Barinov, commented on the future of Lokomotiv's midfielder Aleksei Batrakov. Banatin expressed confidence in Batrakov's potential, suggesting that clubs like Manchester United could be in his future if he continues on his current path.