Ahmed Aydamirov, the vice president and general director of Akhmat, has stated that the club is not currently negotiating the acquisition of 32-year-old Russian centre-back Georgiy Dzhikiya from Antalyaspor. Aydamirov confirmed the absence of talks. This follows earlier press reports that Akhmat was showing interest in the former Moscow 'Spartak' and Russian national team player. His contract with his current club is set to run until the end of June 2027. Dzhikiya has 44 caps and 2 goals for Russia. He joined the Turkish club in July 2025 and has made 12 appearances and scored 2 goals in the Süper Lig this season. His current Transfermarkt market value is €1.80m. He has also been linked with a return to Spartak Moskva.