According to Russian media reports, Mehdi Zare, the Iranian international and Gol Gohar central defender, has finalized a move to Akhmat Grozny in the Russian Premier League.

Russian outlet Express reported that the 22-year-old will undergo medical examinations ahead of signing his contract, with both clubs and the player having reached a full agreement. A representative from Akhmat Grozny confirmed the deal to Sport 24, stating, “Mehdi Zare’s transfer to Akhmat has been finalized, and the player will soon travel to Russia for medical tests.”

Zare made 23 appearances in the Iranian Premier League last season and had attracted significant interest from domestic giants Esteghlal and Persepolis. In recent days, Persepolis came close to securing his signature, even agreeing to Gol Gohar’s asking price of 80 billion tomans for a transfer consent letter. However, the Sirjan-based club ultimately opted to sell Zare to Akhmat Grozny.

According to Transfermarkt, the young defender’s market value is estimated at €900,000