Eduard Mor stated that Anton Zabolotny's time at Spartak is coming to an end and noted that Zabolotny is not at the level of Spartak and did not take advantage of his opportunities.

According to Aleksandr Tochilin, 34-year-old Russian centre-forward Anton Zabolotny deliberately stayed at Spartak Moscow to prove his worth in the spring. Tochilin also said there will be demand for Zabolotny and that he will have offers, noting that Zabolotny is a qualified footballer and clubs do not invite players like him without reason. Zabolotny's contract expires on June 30, 2026, and his current Transfermarkt market value is €500k. The striker has 19 caps and 2 goals for Russia. In the 2025/2026 Premier Liga season, he has made 8 appearances, providing 1 assist.