
AEK Wants to Buy Barinov from CSKA, Player Wanted in Team by Nikolich
June 24, 2026 · Global
AEK showed interest in recruiting Dmitry Barinov from CSKA, planning to return the player to the team under the leadership of Marco Nikolich.

Greek club AEK plans to sign Dmitry Barinov from CSKA. This was informed by a source familiar with the situation to "Championat". Marco Nikolich again wants to see this player in his team, as happened last summer. At that time, "Lokomotiv" refused to release the midfielder to Greece. Currently, AEK is communicating with CSKA regarding a possible transfer. If the two clubs reach an agreement, then negotiations regarding the terms of Barinov's contract with the Greek club will begin. Dmitry Barinov moved to CSKA from “Lokomotiv” in the winter transfer window. The midfielder has played in 39 matches in all competitions for both clubs, scoring three goals and providing seven assists. The estimated value of this player, according to the Transfermarkt website, is € 7.5 million. His contract with CSKA runs until summer 2029.
