Kanunnikov returns to Zenit from a season long FC Tom Tomsk’s loan spell and expressed his desire to wear the number 99 shirt
Zenit St. Petersburg have recalled the services of out-on-loan striker, http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/FC-Tom-Tomsk-c39228 in the wake of Danko Lazovic’s likely departure.
The promising forward returns to his parent club after spending a successful season-long loan spell with the Sibiryaki, where he scored 5 goals in 28 Russian Premier League appearances.
Kanunnikov has revealed his excitement upon joining the Meshki, at this stage of the season, and assured the fans of fabulous performances in a bid to retain the league title this season.
The 20-year-old has had a good season with the Siberians, where his good form helped the Russian outfit come out of the drop zone during the second league round.
Kanunnikov, who joined the Russian outfit’s first training session in Dubai, said:
“It is still early to draw conclusions about me. But I can say that I am enjoying playing the beloved game of football at the moment. We are preparing hard for the remaining matches of the season.”
He added: “I feel much more confident to come on the field.”
As things stand, Zenit are atop the league table and lead the second-placed CSKA Moscow by six points.
Kanunnikov revealed that Zenit have all the attributes to extend their lead at the top and reiterated his desire to play in the UEFA Champions League home clash against http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/SL-Benfica-c40542.
He went on to thank the club captain, http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Konstantin-Zyryanov-c21312.
“During an exercise session, Anyukov and Zyryanov tipped me how to react when the team is defending. I want to thank them for their help and hopefully I can act accordingly.” The Russian Cup winner was quoted as saying.
Kanunnikov revealed that he was handed the number 19 jersey, after his arrival from the Asian, but remained optimistic over a change in number.
“They have given me the nineteenth number but I would love to take the 99th number.” Kanunnikov said.
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