Vyacheslav Surkis was not included in Dynamo Kyiv's squad for the 0:0 away game with LNZ after leaving to undergo medical checks for back discomfort. Sport.ua cites journalist Ihor Burbas reporting that the goalkeeper went to hospital to have an MRI to clarify the nature of the injury.

The club omitted Surkis from the fifth-round lineup while the medical assessment is completed. The article notes the decision to remove him from the matchday list was not psychological: the club acted because of his reported physical symptoms.

Surkis has faced heavy criticism after mistakes in Dynamo's 0:3 loss to Bukovyna, and Sport.ua reports he is likely to move on loan during the winter window following Dynamo's signing of Georgiy Bushchan. Readers should watch official club statements for updates on his fitness and availability.