«Shakhtar» is very close to signing the debutant of the national team of Ukraine Ivan Kaluzhny, who plays at the club level for «Oleksandriya», journalist Volodymyr Zverov said.
— «Shakhtar» needs a defensive midfielder. Yes, there is a lot of talk about Kaluzhny and it’s very serious from what I have heard at this stage. But even if Kaluzhny transfers to «Shakhtar», what to do with a few other positions? Another forward is needed for competition with Sikany. Left-back — you see for yourself, — Zverov said.
Kaluzhny's contract with the club expires in the summer of 2025. This season, he has played 15 matches in the Ukrainian championship, scoring one goal.