Discussions took place about Rubin Kazan potentially signing Jakhongir Urozov, a 22-year-old Centre-Back for Dynamo Samarkand and the Uzbekistan national team. It was reported that Rubin would loan Urozov for €100,000 with a buyout option of €700,000, and Dynamo has since confirmed this information. Rubin's head coach, Frank Artiga, stated that the team needs reinforcements in certain positions and that if the transfer is confirmed, Urozov is a very good option. Artiga highlighted the player's impressive physical attributes and significant potential for growth, adding that Urozov would undoubtedly help the team if the deal is finalized. Urozov, who has 6 caps and 1 goal for Uzbekistan, joined Dinamo Samarqand in February 2025 and has a contract until the end of 2027. He has made 12 appearances in the O'zbekiston Superligasi in the 2025/2026 season, and his current market value is €1.20m, according to Transfermarkt.