[1] On 8 January 2010, following on from a successful 2010 World Cup qualification and Europa League campaign, Shukurov signed a three-year deal with FC Anzhi Makhachkala for €200,000.

[2][3][4] His debut came against Spartak Moscow, which ended in goalless draw in 2010 Russian Premier League.

[6] In February 2016, after being without a club since leaving Karşıyaka during the summer of 2015, Shukurov announced his retirement from football.

[7] Shukurov came out of retirement in October 2016, signing with Neftchi Baku until the end of the 2016–17 season.

[8] Shukurov made his Azerbaijan debut on 8 September 2004, against Austria during 2006 FIFA World Cup qualification (UEFA).