After days and days of speculation, Lokomotiv beat off the competition of champions Rubin Kazan to the signing of wide midfielder Vladislav Ignatyev. The move was made official just an hour ago. The 22 year old signed a contract of 5 years. The cost of the transfer is zero as Ignatyev joined Lokomotiv on a free transfer as his contract with Krylya Sovetov Samara expired. The midfielder will wear the number 18, previously wore by Nigerian midfielder Sani Kaita. Although being a left winger, the player is capable to play on either flank. Last season, Vladislav played 25 for the Samara club and scored a single goal in the process. Prior to his experience at Samara, the Nabererzhnye Chelny born played for Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk (2004-2005) and KAMAZ Naberezhnye Chelny (2006-2008) respectively, racking up 78 appearances for the latter and 39 for the former.
When interviewed, the player showed his pleasure of joining a big club such as Lokomotiv. He added that he choose the number 18 following a discussion with his friends. He concluded that 18 means first (1) and infinity (8).
On the other hand, Lokomotiv president showed his pleasure at the capture of the highly-rated midfielder. He recalled that this year wasn't the first time that Lokomotiv tried to lure Vladislav to Moscow. Actually last season Lokomotiv tried to snap up the midfielder but with no success as Ignatyev joined Krylya. Naumov cited that however this was a good move for the player himself as today Igntayev is a more experienced lad. Naumov concluded by identifying speed and strong shoot as Igantyev's main attributes.
Personally, I believe that this is another great move by the new Lokomotiv driven jointly by Naumov and Semin. Apart of coming at a zero cost - the player is highly rated and given that he is only 22 years of age, the player can become an indespensable part of Lokomotiv - just as Yanbaev did!!
ALL THE BEST VLADISLAV!!!
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