Media rumors linked Zenit's 26-year-old Russian forward Maksim Glushenkov with a potential move, with reports mentioning Lokomotiv and Krylya Sovetov. In an interview for Sport24, Glushenkov stated that he had not considered leaving Zenit this year and confirmed that no discussions about a departure took place. He also denied any suggestions or offers regarding a move to Crvena Zvezda in Serbia, dismissing the speculation about other clubs as baseless. Glushenkov's contract with Zenit is set to expire in June 2028, and his value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €14.00m.