Maksym Koval is considering returning to the Ukrainian Premier League (UPL) after leaving Kazakhstani club Elimay, according to journalist Mikhail Spivakovsky. The goalkeeper is currently a free agent and is awaiting new offers. It is noted that Koval is not planning to continue his career in Moldova and is considering various options, including a return to the UPL.

Ukrainian goalkeeper Maksym Koval, 33, is training with Sheriff Tiraspol and may sign a full contract with the team in the near future. Koval has been a free agent since leaving the Kazakhstani club Yelimay in January 2026. He has 2 caps for Ukraine, and his current market value is €400k, according to Transfermarkt.