Zelimkhan Bakayev (also spelled Bakayev; Russian: Зелимхан Бakaев)

• Full name: Zelimkhan Dzhabrailovich Bakayev
• Date of birth: 2 December 1996
• Place of birth: Nazran, Republic of Ingushetia, Russia
• Nationality: Russian
• Position: Midfielder (attacking/central)

Club career (highlights)

• Spartak Moscow — Came through the Spartak youth system and made senior appearances for Spartak Moscow, including in the Russian Premier League and European competitions.
• Arsenal Tula (loan) — Spent a loan spell at Arsenal Tula to gain first-team experience.
• Ufa — Later played for FC Ufa in the Russian Premier League.
• Other clubs: Bakayev has also been linked with and had spells at other Russian clubs as his career progressed; exact club history and current club should be confirmed against up-to-date sources for the latest transfer status.

International career

• Bakayev represented Russia at youth levels and made appearances for the senior Russia national team.
• He was part of Russia’s national team setups during the late 2010s and earned caps in friendly and competitive fixtures.

Playing style

• A creative midfielder with good technique, vision and an eye for goal; capable of playing centrally or in more advanced roles.

Notes

• For the most current club, appearance, goal and transfer information, consult up-to-date databases or the official club/national team sources, since player careers can change frequently.