Former Yekaterinburg Ural coach Alexander Tarkhanov has weighed in on Golovin’s future, suggesting the midfielder could be an asset for top Spanish clubs such as Barcelona or Real Madrid. Tarkhanov emphasized that Golovin’s creativity and technical range would thrive in a side that relies on cohesive, collective football. “I can introduce Golovin to Spanish clubs. If you leave Monaco, you either go to Barcelona or Real. He needs a team with combined football.”
On October 4, Golovin extended his contract with Monaco, agreeing to stay with the club through the end of the 2028/29 season. The deal surpasses his previous agreement, which ran until the summer of 2026, signaling Monaco’s commitment to integrating him as a core part of their long term plans.
Monaco sits atop Ligue 1 after seven rounds, collecting 19 points and keeping pressure on the rest of the table. Paris Saint-Germain sits two points behind in second place, setting up an early-season narrative of a tight French title race. The table reflects Monaco’s disciplined approach and the value the club places on continuity as it builds toward European competition in the coming campaigns.
In the Champions League, Monaco opened against Barcelona with a 2-1 victory. Golovin featured for 45 minutes, coming on at halftime and helping to solidify Monaco’s midfield balance as the team pressed high and demanded control in the middle of the park. In the second round, Monaco drew 2-2 with Dinamo Zagreb, maintaining a competitive stance in a group that tests their depth and tactical flexibility.
There had been prior talk about Golovin’s salary with Monaco before the new agreement, a reminder that player valuation and wage discussions often accompany on-field form as clubs plan for stability and growth over multiple seasons.