He said that vice-champions of Uzbekistan did not extend the contract with the midfielder Victor Karpenko.

Mirjalol Kasimov added that Karpenko wants to play, but his pace is decreasing. Bunyodkor coach said that it is time to give chance to youngsters.

Kasimov said that Victor is heart of the team and it was pleasure to work with him. Many youngsters, including Alibobo Rakhmatullaev, gained experience. He said that he prepared Alibobo Rakhmatullaev to replace Karpenko. He expressed his gratitude to him.

Alibobo Rakhmatullaev signed contract with Pakhtakor Tashkent in early December. But Bunyodkor website said that Alibobo Rakhmatullaev currently trains with them.