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Dmitriy Barinov Transfer from Lokomotiv Moskva to AEK Athens
According to a report from Sport Baza, AEK may offer Lokomotiv €1.5 million for Dmitry Barinov. Barinov's agent, Vladimir Kuzmichev, told Metaratings that he is unaware of this and that they have not been contacted.
According to Sport FM, AEK's interest in Dmitri Barinov could be revisited in the summer. The Greek club had shown interest last summer, but a move was impossible due to the special status with Russia. While this situation has not changed, making a transfer difficult at present, the case is one to keep in mind for the summer. The report adds that Barinov will be a free agent in the summer. Barinov is familiar to Nikolic from their cooperation at Lokomotiv Moscow, where he had 33 appearances under the Serbian coach. This season, Barinov is a key player and captain of his team, having registered 23 appearances, 3 goals, and 7 assists in the Russian league and cup.
Dmitry Barinov's contract with Lokomotiv is approaching its end in the summer of 2026. Former Lokomotiv president Olga Smorodskaya urged the club to extend his contract, emphasizing his importance to the team. Barinov's agent, Pavel Banatin, mentioned that the club has not started negotiations for a new agreement. There is reported interest from the Greek club AEK in the Russian national team player.
Agent Pavel Banatin, representing Dmitry Barinov, stated that Lokomotiv Moscow did not consider the offers from AEK for the player. There was a specific discussion at the agent-club level with AEK's sports director Ribalta, who also spoke with Lokomotiv's management about their interest in Dmitry's transfer. Although there was a prior agreement with Lokomotiv's management that they would consider offers from European clubs around €2 million that would satisfy the player, they did not follow through.
Dmitry Barinov mentioned that AEK's head coach, Marko Nikolic, showed interest in him. However, Barinov stated that he cannot agree to a contract with AEK as he is currently contracted with Lokomotiv. Nikolic, who previously coached Lokomotiv from 2020 to 2021, personally called Barinov to express interest.
Agent Vladimir Kuzmichev mentioned the serious interest of AEK Athens in Dmitry Barinov, the 28-year-old midfielder and captain of Lokomotiv Moscow. Despite Lokomotiv not wanting to sell, there have been no negotiations for a new contract. Kuzmichev evaluated the transfer possibility to Greece as '50-50'. AEK has been considering other options for the midfield position, but Barinov remains an alternative if other deals do not proceed.
Pavel Banatin, the agent of Dmitri Barinov, denied reports of an agreement between the 28-year-old Russian player and AEK Athens. Russian media reported that AEK offered 2 million euros for Barinov, but Lokomotiv Moscow rejected the offer. Banatin confirmed AEK's interest but stated that no contract agreement has been made and no communication has occurred with the Greek club. If Lokomotiv decides to let Barinov go, negotiations for personal terms with AEK will begin. The transfer process is complicated due to sanctions on Russian clubs for direct transfers to European teams.
AEK Athens made a €2 million offer for Dmitriy Barinov, a 28-year-old Russian midfielder, which Lokomotiv Moscow turned down because they wish to retain their captain. Despite this, discussions could potentially continue as Barinov is reportedly open to the idea of transferring and stands to earn an annual salary of €1.5 million plus bonuses in Athens. Having been with Lokomotiv Moscow his entire career since 2012 and making significant contributions with 257 appearances, 10 goals, and 23 assists, Barinov is considered an essential member of the team. This is a key reason Lokomotiv is eager to keep him. His contract with the club is valid until June 30, 2026, and his market value is estimated at €8 million by Transfermarkt.
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