Former footballer Sergey Kiryakov from the German club Hamburg shared his thoughts on the recent chatter about Aris forward Alexander Kokorin, widely regarded as a top talent in the Cyprus league after a standout season, as reported by betting outlets.
Is Kokorin truly the top player in Cyprus? That question echoes through locker rooms and sports desks alike. Kiryakov commented that Kokorin may have reached his current level, noting that the veteran still has reasons to celebrate. He suggested Kokorin might value financial stability over trophies at this stage of his career, while acknowledging the attention his performances have drawn.
With two rounds remaining, Aris sits at the summit with 71 points from 34 matches. The Limassol club is preparing for a home clash against Omonia, scheduled for May 20, a match that could shape the final standings in the Cyprus championship.
Kokorin is on loan to Aris, with his athletic rights held by Fiorentina. The Russian forward moved from Spartak Moscow to the Italian side in 2021. Earlier in his career, he also featured for Zenit Saint Petersburg, Sochi, Dynamo Moscow, and Anzhi Makhachkala, establishing a varied European footprint that underlines his international experience and the expectations placed on him in Cyprus.