The head coach of Samarkand's football club Dynamo, Vadim Abramov, has confirmed serious financial problems at the club following a draw with Qarshi's Nasaf. Abramov stated that neither players nor staff have received their salaries, with this issue reportedly persisting for four months, as earlier disclosed by insider Narzulla Saydullaev.

According to Abramov, "I can only say that we have not yet received our salary, but there are attempts. We hope that everything will be resolved positively in the coming days." This statement was quoted by the portal Championat.Asia. The reasons behind the club's financial difficulties remain unspecified, raising further concerns about management transparency.

The club's financial situation starkly contrasts with its market valuation. Data from Transfermarkt indicates that Dynamo Samarkand's market value is estimated at €8.15 million, ranking it among the most expensive clubs in the league. However, this high valuation does not alleviate the salary payment issues, highlighting structural flaws in the club's financial management.

Additionally, the club recently signed a one-year contract with Ghanaian midfielder Kingsley Sarfo as a free agent. The 30-year-old player was previously convicted for the rape of a minor. This transfer casts doubt on the quality of decisions being made during a period of financial instability and could negatively impact the club's reputation.

The financial troubles at Dynamo reflect broader systemic challenges in Uzbek football that may affect other clubs as well. The four-month backlog in salary payments to players and staff raises serious concerns about the club's future and the stability of the Uzbekistan Super League, necessitating urgent action from the leadership and football authorities.

Source: podrobno.uz