The press service for Zenit Saint Petersburg confirmed the transfer of Alexander Sobolev from Spartak Moscow to the blue white blue camp in a Telegram post. The message conveyed a warm welcome and a hopeful outlook for Sobolev as he joins a club with a storied history in Russian football, aiming to push his development to new heights alongside experienced teammates and a familiar, competitive environment.
Sobolev has fallen out of Spartak’s plans after the opening round of the current Russian Premier League season, a 0 2 defeat at Orenburg. Reports indicate that the forward requested a move and spoke directly with head coach Dejan Stankovic about his desire to depart. Since that interaction, Sobolev has not appeared in a game for Spartak, leaving his future unsettled as transfers take shape during the summer window.
Alexander Sobolev has been with Spartak Moscow since 2020, logging 139 appearances, contributing 58 goals and 32 assists across all competitions. His contract is valid through the summer of 2026, underscoring the club’s initial long term investment in his offensive capabilities. In the most recent Russian Championship season, Sobolev featured in 27 matches and found the back of the net five times, demonstrating his continued role as a valuable attacking option when fit and selected.
Looking ahead, Zenit’s next league assignment is an away match against Paris NN, scheduled for August 31. The transfer adds a new dimension to their attacking options as they seek to consolidate position near the top of the table and pursue domestic success in a demanding schedule that blends league and cup commitments.
Before his removal from Spartak’s lineup, Sobolev had been widely discussed in club communications and on social channels, with the transfer news subsequently echoed by official channels and media outlets. The move to Zenit is framed as a chance for the player to reestablish regular playing time and contribute to a club that emphasizes quick transitions, pressuring defense, and a dynamic forward line across high intensity matches. Source: Zenit press service.