Former footballer for the Russian national team Alexander Mostovoy recently shared his thoughts on the future of Artem Dzyuba, weighing in on what might come next for the experienced striker. DEA News.
In comments that drew attention from fans and analysts alike, Mostovoy recalled a candid conversation with Dzyuba. He noted that during their discussion, it became clear to him that Dzyuba did not intend to end his playing career anytime soon. According to Mostovoy, Dzyuba signaled a strong desire to keep competing at a high level, and he mentioned he believed the striker could continue performing in the Russian Premier League for years to come. The former forward added that, before his move to Turkey, he urged Dzyuba to consider extending his career within Russia, suggesting there would still be opportunities and challenges suited to his experience and leadership on the field.
Dzyuba, now 34, finds himself without a club after parting ways with Adana Demirspor in Turkey. He had joined the Turkish side in August 2022, but the relationship was recently terminated. Across his stint with Adana, Dzyuba managed to take the field in four fixtures, yet he did not convert those appearances into league action, with his most recent appearance dating back to early October. The end of this chapter leaves the striker at a crossroads, balancing his prolific past with the realities of a modern football market that values both form and fit.
Dzyuba remains the all-time top scorer in the history of the Russian Premier League, a landmark that underscores his enduring impact on Russian football. He also stands tied for the most goals ever scored for the Russian national team, sharing the top-spot tally of 30 goals with Alexander Kerzhakov, a former Zenit and Moscow Dynamo forward who also left a lasting mark on the national side. Those records highlight a career defined by long-range strikes, decisive penalties, and a knack for finding the back of the net at crucial moments.
Earlier discussions about Dzyuba’s future have included input from figures connected to his former clubs. In particular, Andrey Arshavin, the former captain of Zenit and currently serving as deputy general manager of the St. Petersburg club, indicated that there had been no concrete discussions about employing Dzyuba in the near term. This stance reflects the wider sense within Russian football that even a player of Dzyuba’s caliber must fit into a club’s strategic plans and financial structure. Yet the door remains open in the eyes of many observers who remember his peak years and the leadership he offered on and off the pitch. A veteran of top-tier competitions, Dzyuba’s presence on the field has often been described as a catalyst for team morale and a source of experience for younger players stepping into demanding roles.
As the football world watches with interest, the next moves for Dzyuba will likely involve a careful weighing of options between returning to a familiar league where his talents have always been recognized and exploring opportunities abroad that could offer a new challenge or a different kind of competition. Regardless of where he lands next, the arc of his career so far has illustrated a player who responded to setbacks with resilience and a continued willingness to compete at the highest levels. For now, fans and analysts alike will be paying close attention to how this veteran striker navigates the next chapter of a career that continues to be defined by perseverance, goal-scoring touch, and a lasting legacy in Russian football.