The midfielder left a message for the Zenit fans as he departs for Qatar.
Photo: Вячеслав Евдокимов
"Fistly, I'm here to say a huge thank you to all the Zenit fans, for the love I always felt from you, and how you made me feel at home from day one. I always felt at home here because of all your constant support out on the pitch. While I was here we achieved all our targets together, and I hope that Zenit will keep winning and be the best again this season.
I am leaving, but my heart remains here with you, because I was very happy here at Zenit. I sincerely hope that one day we will meet again!"