Kruglov on board at Lokomotiv
Thursday, June 9, 2005
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Estonian international Dmitri Kruglov has joined Russian champions FC Lokomotiv Moskva from FC Levadia Tallinn.
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Versatile performer
The 21-year-old, who is comfortable playing on the left side of defence or midfield, has signed a five-year deal with Lokomotiv and will make the move east on 1 July, when the international transfer window opens.
International class
Kruglov's rise has been rapid since he broke into the Levadia side in 2003. He made his international debut in the 2006 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Latvia in October 2004 and caught Lokomotiv's eye during Estonia's 1-1 Group 3 draw with Russia in March.
Successful trial
Kruglov, known as the Estonian Roberto Carlos for the strength of his left-foot shot, then impressed Lokomotiv coach Vladimir Eshtrekov during a one-week trial in early May. An agreement was quickly reached between the clubs, with the deal completed on Thursday.
