Vladimir Obedzinsky’s Take on Zakharyan’s Form and Transfer Rumors

Vladimir Obedzinsky, a former Rostov SKA and Krasnodar Kuban midfielder, voiced sharp criticism of Arsen Zakharyan’s current form and playing level. He argued that the young Russian talent is not delivering at the level that some observers expected and that recent performances have raised questions about his consistency. Obedzinsky pointed to a period when Zakharyan showed promise, noting that his development has faced setbacks and suggesting that the player’s presence on the field has not matched the high expectations some analysts had whispered about over the past year. He also took aim at those who engage in fierce dispute with referees, describing such behavior as a sign of inflated self-importance among a subset of players, including Zakharyan. The veteran coach and pundit stressed that the game demands humility and steady improvement, qualities that have seemingly waned for the midfielder in recent times and should be regained through disciplined training and game intelligence.