Which path will Eldor Shomurodov take for his future?

For Uzbekistan national team's captain and top scorer Eldor Shomurodov, the coming season is not just an ordinary competition — it could be a decisive period leading to the World Cup. Next year, at the World Cup to be held in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, it is expected that Eldor will lead our national team onto the pitch. Therefore, his sporting form, match practice, and psychological state all need to be at their peak at the right time.

At the moment, Shomurodov stands on the threshold of an important decision for his football career. A new head coach, Gian Piero Gasperini, has started working at Roma, and although Eldor has stated his readiness to work with him, the issue of a “guaranteed place in the starting lineup” remains unclear. Regular match practice is of decisive importance for his play at the World Cup.

Interest in Eldor is very high. Turkey's Super Lig club Basaksehir, which finished fifth last season and is planning to strengthen its squad for European competition, has officially made an offer of 7 million euros to Roma. The Turks have been observing Shomurodov for several seasons and are now taking serious action.

At the same time, there is interest in Eldor from France's Rennes club. The Ligue 1 team wants to strengthen its attack and has begun official talks with Roma. According to experts, Shomurodov’s playing style and technical ability fit Rennes’ game model, and the competitive environment there could give him a new stage to show himself.

Interestingly, there are also offers from the US championship. If financial aspects are prioritized, MLS clubs could attract him with high salaries and conditions. However, before the World Cup, maintaining sporting form should come first.

Shomurodov’s performances in the second half of the season at Roma — his entry into the starting lineup and his important goal contributions at a decisive stage — have been important factors in increasing his market value. Undoubtedly, Italian clubs could also show interest in him.

In conclusion, for Shomurodov this is not just a club choice, but a decision that will affect his entire career. Will he stay in a top-5 league, move to Turkey, or open a new chapter in the US? In the coming days, everything will become clear.

Which path will Shomurodov choose? The question remains open. In your opinion, what would be the best decision for Eldor? Read 'Zamin' on Telegram!