Aleksey Batrakov attracts interest from Liverpool and Arsenal

English Premier League clubs Liverpool and Arsenal are monitoring Galatasaray playmaker Aleksey Batrakov. The 21-year-old Russian midfielder has impressed scouts with his creative abilities, vision, and long-range shooting, recording three goals and three assists in 14 matches this season.

Despite interest from several major clubs, including Manchester City, Manchester United, and Chelsea, a potential transfer faces significant hurdles. A release clause is reportedly valued between 50 million pounds and 60 million euros.

Beyond the financial requirements, geopolitical sanctions against Russia present a major obstacle for English clubs. Complications include the difficulty of securing work permits for Russian nationals and legal complexities regarding a clause that would require a portion of the transfer profit to be paid to his former club, Lokomotiv Moscow.