An interesting story is unfolding in the Ukrainian football transfer market surrounding Donetsk Shakhtar midfielder Anton Glushchenko. According to Sport RBC.UA, citing insider Igor Burbas, Luhansk Zorya has shown serious interest in the 22-year-old player.
New contender in the race for the midfielder
Previously, Kyiv Obolon was considered the main candidate to sign Glushchenko. However, the team from Luhansk has now entered the race for the promising player. Both clubs are considering exclusively a one-year loan deal for the upcoming 2026/27 season.
Zorya's interest in Anton is not accidental. The club lost its key midfielder Nemanja Andušić and is now looking for a worthy replacement. Glushchenko is viewed as a promising alternative to the departed Bosnian.
Player's path and statistics
Anton Glushchenko is a product of the Shakhtar academy. In the second half of the past season, he played for Kudrivka on loan. He also has experience playing for Poltava Vorskla, where he was also on loan.
In total, the midfielder has played 27 matches in the Ukrainian Premier League, scoring 4 goals and providing one assist. His performance is attracting the attention of clubs looking for young and promising players to strengthen their squads.
Context and prospects
The transfer activity surrounding Glushchenko demonstrates the growing interest in young talents in Ukrainian football. For Zorya, this could be an important step in renewing the squad, especially after Andušić's departure. For the player himself, it is an opportunity to establish himself in the starting lineup and prove himself at a higher level.
The outcome of this transfer race will become known in the near future. Which club will be able to convince Shakhtar to release their academy graduate remains to be seen.
