Maksim Samorodov addressed the summer rumours that linked him with Spartak Moscow. Samorodov said that people themselves identify them as rumours and that he had nothing further to add. In response to a question about whether there had been any contact with Spartak, the player said he did not know anything.

Vladimir Shuklin, the agent for Akhmat winger Maksim Samorodov, commented on interest from Spartak. Shuklin said that regarding the interest in Samorodov, Akhmat should be contacted, as they can provide a better explanation. He also stated that Maksim does not have a buyout clause.

Football expert Andrey Sozin commented on the potential transfer of Akhmat's 23-year-old striker Maksim Samorodov to Spartak Moscow, and described the news as one of the most interesting in Russian football during the World Cup. He highlighted a difference in valuation, noting that Spartak reportedly wants to sign the player for €3 million, while Akhmat is asking for €10 million. Sozin stated his belief that Samorodov would strengthen Spartak and that Akhmat's €10 million price is adequate under the current quota conditions. He reasoned that Akhmat understands the market and questioned why a Kazakhstan national team player and a leader at his club with a Russian passport could not be worth that amount, when another player like Solari might cost €12 million. Previous media reports had mentioned Spartak's interest in Samorodov. The Kazakhstani international has 33 caps and 5 goals for his country. He is under contract with Akhmat until June 2028. His current market value is €3.00m, according to Transfermarkt. In the 2025/2026 Premier Liga season, Samorodov recorded 5 goals and 10 assists in 29 appearances.