Washington reported on the preparation of a special financial proposal to Ovechkin

National Hockey League (NHL) Club The Washington Capitals are ready to discuss a new contract with Russian striker Alexander Ovechkin if he decides to continue his professional career. This was reported on July 1 by ESPN with reference to the club's general manager Chris Patrick.

"I think we can come up with something for Alex based on the conversations we had with him before he left," he said.

According to NHL rules, Ovechkin is eligible for a bonus contract that provides for additional payments. These conditions are intended for players aged 35 years and older.

Contract groups: where Ovechkin and Bobrovsky will continue their careers

The Washington leader has not yet made a decision about his future in the NHL, the Florida goalkeeper has left for Canada.

Russian forward Alexander Ovechkin officially became a free agent on July 1 after completing his contract with the Washington Capitals NHL club. As a member of Washington, Ovechkin scored 64 (32 +32) points in 82 regular season matches of the National Hockey League, but the team failed to reach the playoffs.