GNK Dinamo Zagreb have officially confirmed the signing of Kiril Kravcov. The Russian midfielder arrives as a free agent after four years at Sochi and will wear the number 5 shirt, last worn by club legend Arijan Ademi. Dinamo are off to a strong start this season with 6 points from two wins in the opening two rounds of the HNL, and now add a new player to their midfield. ## Who is Kiril Kravcov? Kravcov is a 24-year-old central midfielder who came through Zenit's academy. Last season at Sochi he was a key player, scoring three goals in nearly 1100 minutes in the Russian Premier League. His height of 187cm and defensive qualities make him ideal for the defensive midfield role. ## What does this mean for Dinamo? Dinamo's management see Kravcov as a long-term solution for the defensive midfield position. His value is estimated at €1.2 million, and he will add competition for Josip Mišić. Dinamo are off to a strong start this season with 6 points from two wins in the opening two rounds of the HNL, and now add a new player to their midfield. ## What has Kravcov achieved in his career? Kravcov made his debut for Zenit in 2021 and won four trophies with them, including the Russian league title. In May 2026, he was the top scorer in Sochi's 3-1 win over Orenburg, scoring all three goals. Before joining Dinamo, Lokomotiv and Cádiz were seriously interested in his services.