Previously, media reports linked Rubin Kazan's 21-year-old Russian left-back, Ilya Rozhkov, with interest from Spartak, Dynamo, and other top clubs in the Mir RPL, but these connections have not progressed beyond the rumor stage. He joined Rubin Kazan in July 2023, and his contract is valid until June 30, 2028. The Russia U21 international has 13 caps, and has made 23 appearances and provided 2 assists in the 2025/2026 Premier Liga season. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €5.00m.