GHANA’S DEFENDER ALEXANDER DJIKU WINS TWO-YEAR DEAL WITH RUSSIAN GIANT SPARTAK MOSCOW
Ghanaian defender Alexander Djiku has signed a two-year deal with Russian giants Spartak Moscow after an impressive stint at Fenerbahçe, where his defensive strength and consistency earned him recognition. The €2.5 million transfer, announced by Fenerbahçe with gratitude for his contributions, comes shortly after Djiku scored the winning goal for Ghana in a 2026 World Cup Qualifier against Mali. Supporters and analysts see the move as a major step forward in his career, with Spartak Moscow expected to benefit from his experience, leadership, and versatility.
The rock-solid Ghanaian defender Alexander Kwabena Djiku joins Russian giant Spartak Moscow from Fenerbache, penning a two-year deal with the club. Djiku officially got transferred to Russian Premier League, as a result of the player’s successful spell in Turkey to be seen as a reliable and physically active footballer in the central defense during matches. This deal was discovered in the media when the club he represented – Fenerbache made a brief statement to express their gratitude for the player’s contributions and to let the public know of how worthy his immense support and efforts towards the club has brought elevation in his career.
The Ghanaian defender who has always been seen as an important figure for Ghana national team, have made his supporters proud upon this achievement. These assertions about him are evident in social media comments, especially on his performance in the recent ongoing 2026 World Cup Qualifiers matches; where, just yesterday (8th September, 2025), he was seen to be the one who scored the 1 goal in the Black-stars world cup qualifying victory over Mali, which brought so much joy and excitement on the faces of the Ghanaian people.
Again, the defender’s transfer which is said, to be worth €2.5million, plus potential supplements, many supporters feels he deserves it and have applauded him for such advancement. But have also asserted that, his two-year deal, which is lasting between now and 2027 should be a motivational tool to earn him, mark another significant step in his career.
Alexander for some years now has been known to have joined Fenerbache in 2023, after ending his stay at Strasbourg; where, he scored four goals in 75 appearances for Turkish side. Thus, the club believes Spartak Moscow, the Russian giant will enormously benefit from his experience, leadership and defensive versatility, as they push for domestic and European successes in football games.
Before Djiku’s transfer, he has been with French Ligue 1 sides, including Lille, Nice and Toulouse, therefore, his performance on the field has widely be known by many as a dependable player who goes extra mile to put a team on a map. For that reason, this transfer to Russia Giant Spartak Moscow sparked the interment and made supporters to wish him nothing but the best in his career with positive compliments.
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- Ghana Web
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