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Oleksandr Karavayev Transfer from Dynamo Kyiv to Shakhtar Donetsk
Oleksandr Karavayev has spoken about his conversation with Shakhtar Donetsk's coach Arda Turan, which occurred after he left Dynamo Kyiv. Karavayev stated that there were talks and communication, and that Turan explained what he wants from him and how he sees him. He added that fate has now arranged for him to return to this club. Karavayev also noted that he was contracted with Shakhtar until the age of 23 or 24.
Oleksandr Karavayev has spoken about his conversation with Shakhtar Donetsk's coach Arda Turan, which occurred after he left Dynamo Kyiv. Karavayev stated that there were talks and communication, and that Turan explained what he wants from him and how he sees him. He added that fate has now arranged for him to return to this club. Karavayev also noted that he was contracted with Shakhtar until the age of 23 or 24.
Oleksandr Karavayev left Dynamo Kyiv and moved to Shakhtar because he was not needed by head coach Ihor Kostyuk, who initiated the decision not to offer the player a new contract. The head coach indicated that he did not plan to rely on Karavayev in the new season. The club attempted to rectify the situation, particularly when Karavayev began playing well. Emotional conversations between Hryhoriy Surkis and Oleksandr occurred and were recorded on camera, but it was too late.
Oleksandr Karavayev left Dynamo Kyiv and moved to Shakhtar because he was not needed by head coach Ihor Kostyuk, who initiated the decision not to offer the player a new contract. The head coach indicated that he did not plan to rely on Karavayev in the new season. The club attempted to rectify the situation, particularly when Karavayev began playing well. Emotional conversations between Hryhoriy Surkis and Oleksandr occurred and were recorded on camera, but it was too late.
Aleksandr Karavaev commented on the reaction of Dynamo's management to his decision to move to Shakhtar. He noted that Grigoriy Surkis advised him to better consider his choice and expressed surprise at his decision. Karavaev also explained his position as a player regarding the choice to move to Shakhtar.
Aleksandr Karavaev commented on the reaction of Dynamo's management to his decision to move to Shakhtar. He noted that Grigoriy Surkis advised him to better consider his choice and expressed surprise at his decision. Karavaev also explained his position as a player regarding the choice to move to Shakhtar.
In his first interview after returning to Shakhtar, Oleksandr Karavayev stated that the club made him an offer, and he immediately informed Dynamo about it. Karavayev said that Shakhtar also established contact with Dynamo, and he personally told the management about the two-year offer. He noted that Shakhtar envisions a role for him in the team and believes he can strengthen their squad. According to Karavayev, Dynamo subsequently stated they would sign him for one year during training camps, but the extension offer was not made until May. He added that upon the start of the championship, he observed he was the third-choice player for his position and concluded that the coaching staff did not rely on him.
In his first interview after returning to Shakhtar, Oleksandr Karavayev stated that the club made him an offer, and he immediately informed Dynamo about it. Karavayev said that Shakhtar also established contact with Dynamo, and he personally told the management about the two-year offer. He noted that Shakhtar envisions a role for him in the team and believes he can strengthen their squad. According to Karavayev, Dynamo subsequently stated they would sign him for one year during training camps, but the extension offer was not made until May. He added that upon the start of the championship, he observed he was the third-choice player for his position and concluded that the coaching staff did not rely on him.
Shakhtar have announced the signing of Ukrainian winger Oleksandr Karavaev on a contract until 2028. Karavaev left Dinamo Kiev and previously played for Fenerbahçe. The club welcomed him back, noting that he was trained in Shakhtar's youth academy and had previously left.
Shakhtar have announced the signing of Ukrainian winger Oleksandr Karavaev on a contract until 2028. Karavaev left Dinamo Kiev and previously played for Fenerbahçe. The club welcomed him back, noting that he was trained in Shakhtar's youth academy and had previously left.
Oleksandr Karavayev has returned to Shakhtar Donetsk as a free agent, having chosen not to extend his contract with Dynamo Kyiv. His contract with Shakhtar is valid until June 30, 2028.
Oleksandr Karavayev has returned to Shakhtar Donetsk as a free agent, having chosen not to extend his contract with Dynamo Kyiv. His contract with Shakhtar is valid until June 30, 2028.
It is likely that Shakhtar will sign Aleksandr Karavaev from Dynamo to replace Yefim Konoplya.
It is likely that Shakhtar will sign Aleksandr Karavaev from Dynamo to replace Yefim Konoplya.
According to Ukrainian journalist Serhiy Tyshchenko, Shakhtar Donetsk persuaded Oleksandr Karavayev to agree to a transfer with an offer of a longer-term contract and a higher salary. The 33-year-old player was also motivated by the opportunity for regular playing time and the chance to participate in the Champions League.
According to Ukrainian journalist Serhiy Tyshchenko, Shakhtar Donetsk persuaded Oleksandr Karavayev to agree to a transfer with an offer of a longer-term contract and a higher salary. The 33-year-old player was also motivated by the opportunity for regular playing time and the chance to participate in the Champions League.
According to Ukrainian journalist Ihor Tsyhanyk, the Kyiv club offered Oleksandr Karavayev a contract extension. Dynamo's proposal was for a one-year agreement, whereas Shakhtar offered a two-year contract. Dynamo was later prepared to sign Karavayev for two seasons, but by that point, Oleksandr had already reached an agreement with Shakhtar and was unwilling to change his decision.
According to Ukrainian journalist Ihor Tsyhanyk, the Kyiv club offered Oleksandr Karavayev a contract extension. Dynamo's proposal was for a one-year agreement, whereas Shakhtar offered a two-year contract. Dynamo was later prepared to sign Karavayev for two seasons, but by that point, Oleksandr had already reached an agreement with Shakhtar and was unwilling to change his decision.
According to media reports, Oleksandr Karavayev will move to Shakhtar Donetsk as a free agent and has already signed a 2-season contract with the 'miners'. The anonymous Telegram channel 'INSIDE UPL' reports that the president of the capital club, Ihor Surkis, is categorically against such a transfer and does not approve of the player's choice.
According to media reports, Oleksandr Karavayev will move to Shakhtar Donetsk as a free agent and has already signed a 2-season contract with the 'miners'. The anonymous Telegram channel 'INSIDE UPL' reports that the president of the capital club, Ihor Surkis, is categorically against such a transfer and does not approve of the player's choice.
Oleksandr Karavayev has agreed to join Shakhtar Donetsk on a two-year contract, according to TaToTake.
Oleksandr Karavayev has agreed to join Shakhtar Donetsk on a two-year contract, according to TaToTake.
Arda Turan, the head coach of Shakhtar Donetsk, has commented on rumours about the signing of Dynamo Kyiv full-back Oleksandr Karavayev. Turan stated that he is convinced Shakhtar has a very well-structured hierarchy where everyone is able to answer for their area of responsibility. He added that he fully trusts Dario Srna in this matter and will only be happy if such transfers take place. Turan also said Karavayev is a legend of Ukrainian football and an outstanding player.
Arda Turan, the head coach of Shakhtar Donetsk, has commented on rumours about the signing of Dynamo Kyiv full-back Oleksandr Karavayev. Turan stated that he is convinced Shakhtar has a very well-structured hierarchy where everyone is able to answer for their area of responsibility. He added that he fully trusts Dario Srna in this matter and will only be happy if such transfers take place. Turan also said Karavayev is a legend of Ukrainian football and an outstanding player.
According to journalist Ihor Tsyhanyk, Shakhtar Donetsk is interested in Oleksandr Karavayev and has offered him a two-year contract. Oleksandr Karavayev is inclined to join Shakhtar. Karavayev did not accept Dynamo Kyiv's offer to extend their cooperation and does not plan to extend his contract with the club.
According to journalist Ihor Tsyhanyk, Shakhtar Donetsk is interested in Oleksandr Karavayev and has offered him a two-year contract. Oleksandr Karavayev is inclined to join Shakhtar. Karavayev did not accept Dynamo Kyiv's offer to extend their cooperation and does not plan to extend his contract with the club.
According to journalist Mikhail Spivakovsky, Ukrainian right-back Oleksandr Karavayev, 33, received an offer from Shakhtar and informed the management of Dynamo about the interest. Following this communication, the player and the Kyiv club agreed in principle to extend his contract for at least one more season. Karavayev, who joined Dynamo Kyiv in July 2019, has 50 caps and 3 goals for Ukraine. His current market value is listed as €1.20m by Transfermarkt.
According to journalist Mikhail Spivakovsky, Ukrainian right-back Oleksandr Karavayev, 33, received an offer from Shakhtar and informed the management of Dynamo about the interest. Following this communication, the player and the Kyiv club agreed in principle to extend his contract for at least one more season. Karavayev, who joined Dynamo Kyiv in July 2019, has 50 caps and 3 goals for Ukraine. His current market value is listed as €1.20m by Transfermarkt.
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