The contract situation of Lokomotiv's 23-year-old Russian defensive midfielder, Artyom Karpukas, remains unresolved. There have been previous reports of interest in the player from Zenit Saint Petersburg. His current deal with Lokomotiv expires in the summer of 2027, and negotiations for an extension are on hold. In an interview with 'RB Sport', Karpukas confirmed that talks were paused because he was not satisfied with the terms offered by the club. The four-cap Russia international has made 22 appearances and provided two assists in the Premier Liga this season. His current market value is €6.00m, according to Transfermarkt, and Krasnodar has also been linked with a move for the player.