“Moscow is a step forward, you are always in sight” – Sennikov on Pinyaev’s transfer to Lokomotiv

The transfer of Krylia Sovetov midfielder Sergei Pinyaev to Lokomotiv will be a step forward for the football player, said Dmitry Sennikov, a former defender of the Moscow club, in a conversation with a Sport Day by Day correspondent.

Earlier, “Championship” reported that “Lokomotiv” agreed with the Samara team to sign a contract with Pinyaev, but the football player himself wants to refuse the transition.

– Pinyaev for Lokomotiv – strengthening here and now or an acquisition for the future?

– The player is already showing good football and has shown himself well in Wings of the Soviets. I think it can play right away. Young guy, nothing is clear. Lokomotiv’s midfield line is the most intense, Pinyaev will still have to win the competition. At least such a player is needed.

– Is Pinyaev’s transfer an initiative of Mikhail Galkationov?

– In Lokomotiv, in any case, there should be permutations. When a new coach comes, he wants to see two or three players. What to expect if the club has the opportunity to acquire a player now? This, of course, is sad for the Wings. They sell the players, but who will play?

– Does the transition to Lokomotiv increase Pinyaev’s chances of leaving for Europe?

– Russian football players now do not have many chances to go to Europe. But in any case, Pinyaev will play in the leading Moscow club, getting into the national team will be simplified. It is still more difficult from Samara. Moscow is a step forward, you are always in sight.

18-year-old Pinyaev took part in 11 matches in the RPL this season, scored three goals and gave two assists. In the Cup of Russia, the midfielder has one goal in four meetings.

Lokomotiv finished the first part of the 2022/2023 RPL season in 14th place in the standings (13 points). Wings of the Soviets are in 11th place (20 points).