Bayern Munich returned to the daily grind of training following their winter break ahead of Friday's clash with Bayer Leverkusen. Jupp Heynckes oversaw the session.
Hartlepool United are facing the threat of administration if they cannot raise around £200,000 within the next two weeks after the club were put up for sale before Christmas.
The 23-year-old Russian was dropped by Red Bull-owned Toro Rosso last season after he had previously lost his place at the Red Bull Racing senior team to Max Verstappen.
Arturo Vidal is ignoring interest from Chelsea to concentrate on a successful season with Bayern Munich. The Premier League champions have been linked with a £32.5m move