Vahaniya Highlights RPL Talents Ready for Europes Elite Leagues

Defender of «Rostov» and the Russian national team, **Ilya Vakhania**, has identified players from the Russian Premier League who he believes have the potential to make an impact in top European leagues.

**— Which current RPL players could succeed in Europe?**
— Spertsyan, Kislak, Batrakov. Yes, I genuinely think there are quite a few because the current generation is very strong. I can even mention some players from Rostov; they are young, and it’s clear that they are talented footballers. Komarov, for instance, — Vakhania’s words are cited by Metaratings.

Since 2020, the defender has been playing for «Zenit-2.» In the summer of 2023, Vakhania transferred to «Rostov.» He has made 86 appearances for the Don club across all competitions, contributing three goals and six assists. The player’s current contract with the club extends until the summer of 2028. According to information from Transfermarkt, his market value is estimated at €3 million.