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Kravtsov's Agent Speaks Out on Traktor Contract Dispute
Yuri Nikolayev says both sides are defending their interests after Traktor asked the injured winger to restructure his deal toward bonuses.
Vitali Kravtsov
Tkachyov's Agent Weighs In on Kravtsov Injury Dispute
Shumi Babayev says Avangard's handling of Tkachyov's Achilles injury shows how clubs should treat players hurt in unsupervised training, unlike Traktor's stance with Kravtsov.
Vitali Kravtsov Won't Sue Traktor Over Contract
The forward is seeking a trade instead of legal action, and will rejoin Traktor once his Achilles injury sick leave ends, likely in February.
Fedotov Slams Kravtsov Over Contract Standoff
Ex-scout Sergei Fedotov criticized Traktor forward Vitali Kravtsov, saying his agents will lose any court fight over his contract dispute.
Vitali Kravtsov Won't Play for Traktor This Season
Kravtsov rejected Traktor's bonus-heavy contract offer after his injury, flew home to Vladivostok, and says he wants a trade to a club that respects him.