Spartak is in discussions with Braga regarding a possible transfer of midfielder Rodrigo Salazar, although his move to the Saint Petersburg club, Zenit, faces uncertainty. This development was shared by journalist Ivan Karpov on his Telegram channel. Salazar has played in 21 matches this season, netting six goals and making eight assists. His existing contract with the club extends until the summer of 2028. Transfermarkt estimates the player's market value at €16 million. Meanwhile, Spartak has opted not to pursue the 23-year-old midfielder Ivan Ilic from Torino, but remains interested in Besiktas midfielder Gedson Fernandes, despite the transfer to the Moscow club currently being unfeasible due to various reasons.