The decision regarding Artem Gorlov’s position as head coach of Paris Nizhny Novgorod is expected to be announced soon. Reports from credible sources have surfaced about the possible exit, signaling a turning point for the club amid a challenging period in the RPL.
Insiders cite two potential replacements emerging as front-runners for the vacancy. One is Andrei Talalaev, who recently departed Torpedo and has been linked with Pari NN. The other is Vadim Evseev, who currently leads Shinnik and is also reportedly under consideration. A well-connected insider, Ivan Karpov, echoed the possibility of Talalaev joining Pari NN, highlighting the coach’s recent availability and attractiveness to the club at this juncture. Sources close to the club emphasize that these conversations are preliminary and contingent on final decisions from management and ownership.
Gorlov’s communications after the recent match have added fuel to the speculation. It was noted that he left the locker room following the Week 21 clash with Lokomotiv and indicated to the squad that players would be given two days off. This incident coincided with the team’s difficult run in the league and heightened scrutiny of the coaching situation.
In that fixture, Pari NN suffered a heavy defeat, losing 0–4 to Lokomotiv. The scorers for Lokomotiv were Artem Dziuba with two goals, Dmitry Barinov, and Anton Miranchuk. The result left Pari NN mired in mid-table, with their position slipping as the season progressed. After 21 rounds, the team stood 13th in the standings, underscoring the pressure on the coaching staff to reverse the trend.
Gorlov assumed the role in January of this year, stepping in after Mikhail Galaktionov moved to Lokomotiv. Since the Russian Premier League resumed in March 2023, Pari NN has endured a lean spell, including a streak of four consecutive losses as the season wore on. This pattern has intensified questions about the club’s long-term tactical plan and leadership.
Looking ahead, Pari NN is preparing for an away match against Krasnodar in the next round, a test that could influence how the club evaluates its leadership and strategic direction for the remainder of the campaign.
Earlier discussions about the coach’s departure were also connected to broader conversations around former Pari NN manager Mikhail Kerzhakov, who had previously spoken out about the reasons behind Galaktionov’s exit. These remarks have contributed to a broader narrative about managerial stability within the club and the impact of leadership changes on team performance. [source: insider reports, club insiders]