Kislyak: Batrakov did not bring up the transfer topic with me

Russian midfielder Matvey Kislyak, 21, who plays for CSKA Moscow, spoke about the reports linking him with Galatasaray.

Addressing claims that Aleksey Batrakov also played a role in the transfer reported with Galatasaray, Kislyak said he has never discussed the matter with Batrakov. He said their conversations are generally casual and that they only ask how things are going.

Kislyak said he is neutral toward the rumors. He stated that it is natural for the media to raise such topics, and that his own job is to train and play on the pitch.

The young player has featured in 18 matches for CSKA Moscow this season. In those games he scored 1 goal and provided 3 assists.