Story Summary
SC Bern are reportedly not pursuing Russian forward Ivan Morozov, despite an earlier suggestion that the National League club might examine a move for the 26-year-old.
Morozov is currently without a team and therefore available on the market, although Spartak Moskva still hold his rights. Sources close to SC Bern’s inner circle have indicated that he is not an option for the Bern club.
Morozov played 44 games for Spartak last season, scoring 11 goals and adding 17 assists. He had previously served a one-month suspension in August 2025 for a doping violation involving cocaine consumption, before finishing the season with the KHL side.
Key Facts
- Ivan Morozov, 26, is reportedly not an option for SC Bern, according to sources close to the club’s inner circle.
- The Russian forward is currently without a team, while Spartak Moskva retain his rights.
- Morozov recorded 11 goals and 17 assists in 44 games for Spartak Moskva last season.
- He served a one-month suspension in August 2025 for a doping violation involving cocaine consumption, then completed the season with Spartak.
IHM Discussion
The report closes off a possible National League destination for Morozov rather than confirming a move elsewhere.
For SC Bern, the significant point is that internal sources have indicated Morozov is not being considered. There is no stated alternative target or further roster action connected to that position.
Why It Matters
Morozov had been linked with a potential move to Bern while without a team. The reported lack of interest from SC Bern removes that particular possibility, while leaving his wider contractual situation and next destination unresolved.