The former player of the CSKA team, Vladimir Ponomaryov, expressed his thoughts on the interest in Lokomotiv midfielder Sergey Pinyaev in an exclusive interview with the online publication "Euro-Futbol.Ru". This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
Media reports circulated that CSKA had sent an offer to Lokomotiv regarding Pinyaev. Vladimir Ponomaryov said: "I think he is not needed by CSKA.
There are many players in this position. For example, Kruhgovoy came from Zenit and found his place in the team."
When asked if it would be possible to fill the gap if Fayzullaev leaves, Vladimir Ponomaryov replied: "Let Fayzullaev go. He won't be able to play at that level elsewhere.
He had a good season at CSKA, but then he stopped working on himself. His performance depends solely on good physical preparation."
When asked if Pinyaev's qualities are better than Fayzullaev's, he said: "Yes, but he is not needed by CSKA. Pinyaev is a good player, he moves well, but he is playing only for that reason."
The International Center for Sports Studies (CIES) identified Pinyaev as the best player under 21 in Eastern Europe. How does Vladimir Ponomaryov assess this?
"This is Eastern Europe. Kislyak is also in this ranking.
That's good. Pinyaev is a slightly more interesting player than Matvey.
He is the driving force of the team, works hard on the field, and has speed. Perhaps he could be needed, but CSKA has enough young players who have come up from the academy.
If Fayzullaev leaves, it is possible to fill his place with young players," he said. When asked how Pinyaev plays at Lokomotiv, he said: "He plays well.
He is an active player, quick. He enhances the team's game.
Without him, Lokomotiv's game might slow down," he said. CSKA has started to play with active wings.
When asked if Pinyaev fits into this system, he replied: "There are players like Kruhgovoy on the wings. He found a good position and has good speed.
If Fayzullaev leaves, he could take his place," he said. The author of the interview is Elena Grigoryevskaya.
