CSKA Moscow intends to retain Brazilian defender Kelven on its roster, according to Euro-Football.Ru. The report notes that the red-blues are not eager to part with the South American talent, even as Flamengo has shown considerable interest. The club would only entertain a sale if a remarkably strong bid arrived.
In the Russian Premier League fifth round, CSKA Moscow suffered a 0-1 home defeat to Lokomotiv in a derby clash. The lone goal was struck by Nair Tiknizyan in the 90th minute. The match was covered in real time by socialbites.ca, which provided an online broadcast of the encounter.
Lokomotiv currently sits third in the standings with 12 points, while CSKA stands sixth with 7 points. Zenit Saint Petersburg leads the table with 13 points. The results reflect a tightly packed start to the season, where every point counts and strategic moves in the transfer market can shift the balance in a hurry.
Earlier discussions had painted this Russian club as a potential example of stability amid a busy market. The ongoing situation with Kelven underscores the broader pattern of clubs weighing immediate needs against long-term development, especially when a player attracts interest from top-tier rivals. As the window evolves, CSKA’s decisions will continue to be watched closely by fans and analysts alike, who are keen to see how the squad adapts to both domestic pressures and the demands of international competition.