Aleksandr Golovin has been included in Monaco’s squad for their Ligue 1 meeting with Paris Saint-Germain, despite reports linking the Russian midfielder with a possible move to Russian champions Zenit St Petersburg.
Monaco’s press service published the team’s squad list for the away fixture, which will be played in the third round of the French championship. Golovin is among the players named by the Principality club for the match in Paris.
The 30-year-old’s inclusion comes amid reported interest from Zenit, the reigning champions of the Russian Premier League. Reports in the press have suggested that the St Petersburg club is interested in signing the Monaco midfielder.
However, Golovin remains part of Monaco’s plans for the forthcoming league match. His presence in the squad means he is available for the club’s encounter with Paris Saint-Germain, although the published list does not indicate whether he will start the game.
Golovin has made two appearances in Ligue 1 so far this season. During those matches, he has provided one assist.
The fixture between Paris Saint-Germain and Monaco is scheduled to take place in Paris today, 4 September. Kick-off is set for 22:05 Moscow time.
The match will be the third-round meeting between the two sides in the French championship. Monaco’s squad announcement provides the latest update on Golovin’s immediate status, with the midfielder included for the trip despite the speculation surrounding his future.
The Russian international joined Monaco’s squad for the occasion as the club prepares for an away contest against Paris Saint-Germain. Any potential transfer to Zenit remains the subject of media reports, while Golovin’s current focus is the Ligue 1 fixture listed on Monaco’s schedule.
His selection also means the French club have retained him for one of their early-season league matches. The midfielder has already contributed an assist in his two appearances this campaign, and he is now included in the group for the meeting with Paris Saint-Germain.
Monaco’s announcement did not provide any further information about the reports concerning Zenit or indicate whether negotiations are taking place. It confirmed only that Golovin is part of the squad registered for the third-round game.
For now, the 30-year-old remains listed among Monaco’s players for the visit to Paris. The match is due to begin at 22:05 Moscow time on 4 September.
