The agent of Russian centre-forward Ivan Ignatyev, Aniss Benshabane, has confirmed that Orenburg is interested in the 26-year-old player. Although Orenburg has not made direct contact with Benshabane, they have communicated with a Russian agent representing Ignatyev about a possible transfer. Benshabane mentioned that they are open to the idea of returning to Russia and that Ivan is keen on the move. Ivan is currently under contract with Kabylie until the summer of 2026. Ignatyev, who has previously played for Krasnodar, Rubin, Krylya Sovetov, and Lokomotiv, is reportedly a target for Orenburg as reported by Sport-Express. Transfermarkt lists the player's market value at €900,000.