In Saint Petersburg, Zenit’s Brazilian duo continues to draw attention as the club edge closer to another title. Malcolm and Mantuan Luis Fernando Garcia have been the subject of ongoing discussions about their future, with questions about possible departures lingering as the season nears its end. The players’ representative made it clear that interest from abroad exists only in the form of exploratory conversations at the moment.
Garcia, who oversees the players in the Brazilian contingent, emphasized that the talks are preliminary and not tied to any concrete offers from other leagues. He also noted that no deadline is attached to Mantuan’s current situation, and that any decision would depend on the players weighing all options after the season concludes. The statements were relayed by Sport Express, underscoring the cautious tone surrounding rumors about a potential move.
Four rounds remain in the Russian Premier League schedule when Zenit seized a dramatic 3-2 victory against Moscow Spartak. The win, achieved in the 26th match of the campaign, pushed Zenit to 64 points, a tally that left their pursuers scrambling to keep pace. CSKA Moscow sits second on 51 points, a gap that signals Zenit’s firm grip on the championship as the season progresses.
The triumph marked Zenit’s fifth consecutive league success and their tenth league title overall. It also earned the club a second star to be added to the crest, a symbol of sustained domestic dominance and a golden chapter in the team’s history. The achievement resonates beyond the moment, affirming Zenit’s status in Russian football and signaling a strong platform for international ambition in the coming years.
Earlier reports from the Spanish publication Mundo Deportivo highlighted the challenge foreign clubs face when pursuing Malcolm. The article suggested it would be difficult for overseas teams to force a move, given the player’s preference to remain connected to Russian football. This commentary, sourced from Mundo Deportivo via a circulation in Saint Petersburg, reflects the broader dialogue about talent mobility and the strategic considerations that shape decisions at the highest level of the sport.