Already on PSG’s shelves last summer, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia seems closer than ever to joining the capital.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia could pack her bags this winter. Courted by Paris Saint-Germain during the last summer transfer window, the 23-year-old Georgian, star of the Napoli attack, now seems more open to a departure, even in peak season. If the first Parisian attempt had failed last summer, PSG is coming back to secure the services of the talented winger, who is an ideal replacement for Kylian Mbappé and a strong competitor for Bradley Barcola. However, against all expectations, the Neapolitan leaders are not closed to the idea of selling their player, who is nevertheless essential during the coronation in Serie A in 2023.
Internal tensions at Napoli…
Although Kvaratskhelia remains a centerpiece of the Neapolitan attack, his contractual situation is becoming increasingly complex. The extension attack, still not materialized, has put increasing pressure on management. “There are several factors to take into account” explains Valentina Clemente, journalist specializing in Napoli. “Napoli and PSG have had good relations for several years, and it seems that the club going to sell, would not do so to an Italian competitor. » The economic aspect also seems to come into play: “Napoli must manage the financial aspects. If PSG’s offer is significant, the operation could materialize. »
A decline in status for Kvaratskhelia
Kvaratskhelia’s role within the team has changed. According to Vincenzo D’Angelo, Napoli follower for the Gazzetta dello Sport, “the player understood that he was no longer untouchable. Napoli are performing well without him, and the lack of extension has contributed to this situation. » Coach Antonio Conte, who vetoed a departure last summer, now seems more open to the sale of the Georgian. Kvaratskhelia’s price could even decrease as the summer approaches, when he will only have two years left under contract.
Paris Saint-Germain has already expressed its interest with a substantial offer. According to reports, the player’s agent already has an offer from PSG in his hands with an annual salary of up to 7 million euros. If the latter remains a key figure for the Partenopei, his departure could be accelerated by the current situation. But “Everything still remains uncertain. PSG could move forward with 80 million euros on the table, but the matter is far from settled. »
-LOSC as collateral victim?
The Kvaratskhelia affair could also affect other clubs, including LOSC. The current 4th in Ligue 1 could find himself in a difficult situation. “David Neres is now the key player in Napoli’s attack, and if Kvaratskhelia leaves the club, they could be interested in reinforcements like Edon Zhegrova”says D’Angelo. Lille could therefore, in turn, be a victim of this dynamic.
The Kvaratskhelia soap opera is far from over, and PSG, with its resources, could soon find itself in a position of strength. But Napoli, with its ambitions in Serie A and its internal tensions, will soon have to decide.
