According to Aleksandr Bubnov, Argentinian attacking midfielder Ezequiel Barco, 26, does not want to play for Spartak Moscow and would go to Argentina as a last resort. The player joined Spartak in July 2024 and has a contract until June 2027. In the 25/26 season, Barco has made 18 appearances in the Premier Liga, scoring 4 goals and providing 3 assists. His Transfermarkt market value is €14.00m. He has previously been linked with Argentinian club Independiente.