Vladimir Kuzmichev spoke about a meeting with Boris Rotenberg, the club's new general director, where the extension of the player's contract was discussed. Barinov's current agreement with the Railroaders is valid until the summer of 2026. According to "Match TV", Kuzmichev stated that they met with Rotenberg and began discussing the matter on the second day after he was appointed, and also that he saw interest from the general director.

Yuri Nagornykh has stated that negotiations regarding Barinov's contract are at an advanced stage. This season, the Lokomotiv midfielder has participated in 21 matches in all competitions, scoring two goals and providing six assists. According to Transfermarkt, the player's market value is €9 million. Barinov has been playing for Lokomotiv since 2015.

Yuri Nagornykh reported that negotiations for a new contract with Dmitry Barinov are going well, a point that the player's representative has also confirmed.

Dmitry Barinov's representative, Pavel Banatin, has responded to a question about extending the player's contract with the Moscow club, which is valid until the end of this season. Pavel Banatin stated that if Nagornykh says that everything will be fine, then they probably have reasons for that. He added that he has no opinion on the matter and does not know at all what will happen with Barinov's contract with Lokomotiv, stating that questions should be directed to the club.

According to the official website of Lokomotiv, the club's head coach Mikhail Galaktionov has stated that the negotiation process for a new contract with Dmitry Barinov is not simple. Galaktionov added that he has information about a positive outcome to the negotiations and that the club is counting on the captain.

Mikhail Galaktionov commented on the negotiation process for extending Dmitry Barinov's contract. He stated that, based on information from the general director and the chairman of the board of directors, everything will be fine and an agreement will be reached. Galaktionov also said that it was stated in a face-to-face meeting that Dmitry wants to continue his career at Lokomotiv.

Eduard Mor commented on the prospects of Dmitry Barinov extending his contract with Lokomotiv Moscow, stating that the player's contract is expiring. According to Mor, negotiations with the club concern the sum, with Barinov wanting one amount and Lokomotiv Moscow wanting less. Mor suggested that the player is increasing his goal contributions to influence the club to agree to his terms.

According to Match TV, Dmitry Barinov's representative, Vladimir Kuzmichev, stated it is highly probable they will meet with the club's general director, Vladimir Leonchenko, on Monday to discuss a contract extension. Kuzmichev clarified that they wanted to meet with the club on Friday to discuss the matter, but Vladimir Leonchenko did not have time, adding that they will most likely meet on Monday and begin discussions if the general director finds time. Separately, Yuri Nagornykh said that Lokomotiv is negotiating with Dmitry Barinov. The 29-year-old's contract with Lokomotiv is valid until the end of this season.

Dmitry Barinov has expressed a desire to sign a new employment contract with his current team. Barinov's current contract with Lokomotiv is valid until the summer of 2026. Championat correspondent Vladimir Chetverik reports that Barinov said he would "probably extend the contract."

Vladimir Kuzmichev, the representative for Dmitry Barinov, has denied information that Lokomotiv Moscow offered the player a contract extension. Insider Ivan Karpov had previously reported that Lokomotiv Moscow offered Barinov a new contract. Kuzmichev stated there was a meeting with the management of Lokomotiv Moscow, but no offer was made.

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.