Former Lokomotiv Moscow vice-president Yuri Belous has commented on Dmitry Barinov's contract situation, which runs until the summer of 2026. Belous stated that the club should have offered a new contract a year before its expiry and warned that other clubs could offer better terms six months before the deal ends. There is surprise that Lokomotiv has not extended the midfielder's contract, suggesting that something is holding the club back.

Situation with 28-year-old Russian midfielder and captain Dmitry Barinov remains unresolved, with rumors suggesting he may leave the club. Agent Pavel Banatin stated that Barinov has not received any offers from the club regarding a contract extension. His current contract expires on June 30, 2026, and AEK Athens has been linked with the player. According to Transfermarkt, his market value is €8.00m.