Zenit’s Striker Malcolm: Transfer Rumors and Salary Talks

Former Zenit Saint Petersburg coach Vlastimil Petržela believes that keeping Brazilian forward Malcolm in Saint Petersburg will be a tough task for the club. His remarks were reported by RB Sports and echoed by others familiar with the situation. Petržela argues that if Malcolm is determined to compete in Europe’s premier competition, the chances of extending his stay at Zenit become slim, especially given the current climate around Russian clubs and their participation in European tournaments. The coach suggests that the only practical route to retaining the player would be a substantial salary increase, a move that would raise questions about competitiveness and financial strategy at the club.