The manager of Russian footballers Anton and Alexey Miranchuk, Vadim Shpinev, shared insights on whether the brothers could join Atlanta United in the United States. His comments were featured in Sports Express, offering readers a window into the likelihood of such a move.
Shpinev made clear that the scenario of playing together in Atlanta United is almost impossible. He explained that logistical and competitive factors would make the arrangement highly unlikely, pointing to the realities of balancing two international careers within a single club setup.
Alexey Miranchuk has been with Atalanta since 2020 after a loan spell at Torino. The 28-year-old Russian midfielder appeared in 42 matches across all competitions for Bergamo last season, contributing 4 goals and 12 assists. Across his time with Atalanta, he has accumulated 13 goals and 19 assists in 98 appearances, and he played a part in the club’s Europa League success during his tenure with the team. His presence in the squad has been marked by versatility, creativity, and a knack for timely contributions in big matches.
The Miranchuk brothers began their journey together in the Lokomotiv Moscow academy in 2011. They progressed through the ranks and made their first-team debuts for Lokomotiv in 2013, marking the start of notable careers in Russian and European football. Alexey remained with Lokomotiv for several years before ultimately moving abroad to join Atalanta, while Anton took his own path through different leagues before reuniting in international play with his brother when opportunities aligned.
Earlier statements from Anton Miranchuk suggested that the brothers faced growing challenges in communicating as their careers led them in separate directions, including a move to the United States. Those remarks highlighted how career trajectories and the demands of different leagues can impact the personal dynamics between siblings who once shared a seamless on-pitch understanding. The dynamics of sibling football careers often involve balancing personal relationships with professional commitments, and the Miranchuks have illustrated how distance and diverse leagues can influence their interactions while still maintaining a strong professional bond.