19.08.2026 11:10
Aleksey Batrakov, whose transfer to Galatasaray is expected to be officially confirmed shortly, bid farewell in front of Lokomotiv Moscow fans. The 21-year-old footballer also signed the Galatasaray jersey presented to him before the Rostov match.
Aleksey Batrakov, the 21-year-old star of Lokomotiv Moscow, whose transfer Galatasaray continues to work on, met with the Russian club's fans.
The young footballer, who watched the Rostov-Lokomotiv Moscow match from the stands, appeared before the fans after the game and spoke about the process the club is going through.
"DON'T ABANDON THE TEAM"
Batrakov asked Lokomotiv Moscow fans to continue supporting the team, using the following statements:
"I think everyone understands that this is not an easy period for the entire club right now. I know how worried and upset you are. I assure you that the whole team is equally upset and everyone wants to get out of this situation as soon as possible. My request to you is not to abandon the team during this difficult time. We are trying, we are putting in the effort and sweating in every training session. I ask you to continue supporting our club in the same way."
HE SIGNED THE GALATASARAY JERSEY
Batrakov also made a move that drew attention from Galatasaray's perspective before the match. The 21-year-old footballer, who did not turn down the Galatasaray jersey extended to him in the stands, signed the yellow-red jersey. Batrakov's move drew attention ahead of his expected transfer to Galatasaray.