Anton Miranchuk, a Russian midfielder, reportedly would have earned about half of the potential package delivered by Swiss side Sion had he accepted Lokomotiv Moscow’s contract offer. The agent, Roman Oreshchuk, indicated that the player preferred to remain on good terms in the Russian Premier League or pursue a move abroad under more favorable terms, but time ran out. As a result, Miranchuk took up a free-agent deal with Sion on deadline day, avoiding a prolonged spell without a club.
Oreshchuk explained that Miranchuk expected a comfortable greeting in the market and chose to sign with Sion before the window closed, a move he described as forced by circumstance. The player’s decision came after Lokomotiv Moscow’s contract expired in mid-2024, and Miranchuk did not renew his deal. At Sion, he assumed the number ten shirt and could make his domestic debut in the Swiss Cup, facing Juventus Zurich on September 13.
Rumors cited by media outlets suggested a yearly salary in the vicinity of 1.5 million euros for Miranchuk at Sion, a figure reported as the second offer from the club. Earlier proposals were reported to be around 800,000 euros annually, which did not meet the player’s expectations. Additional outlets claimed a later offer of about 1.2 million euros per year.
During his time with Lokomotiv Moscow, Miranchuk helped the club secure the Russian Premier League title and the National Cup on three occasions, underscoring his experience in top-tier domestic and cup competitions.
Speculation has circulated about what might lie ahead for Miranchuk, including the potential impact of his move on the club’s tactical setup and his role within the squad. What remains clear is that the midfielder is navigating a pivotal chapter in his career, balancing ambitions in domestic leagues with opportunities abroad.