According to the publication Legalbet, Ilzat Akhmetov's contract with Zenit, which expires in the summer of 2026, will not be extended, and the player will leave the team as a free agent. Ilzat Akhmetov's agent, Irakli Gegechkori, stated that he is unaware of this information and has not had discussions with Zenit.

Ilzat Akhmetov, who is currently on loan at Krylia Sovetov, stated that they will consider offers as they come and that he is not closing doors to anyone. His goal is to prepare well, have a bright and productive spring season, and achieve the team's and his personal goals. He said that after the season, he will sit down and talk with his agent, who will decide and consider options.