Kvaratskhelia to PSG: Naples Raises the Stakes

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to PSG? Negotiations are reportedly underway for a deal worth €80 million, according to several media outlets. But Naples is slowing down the process.

SC Napoli is considering extending Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s contract by increasing his salary sixfold and including a release clause of €150 million, making his departure uncertain. Aurelio De Laurentiis, president of the Italian club, is not open to a sale this summer, and any club wanting to buy him will likely have to overpay for a transfer, according to Foot Mercato.

Despite this desire to retain the player, rumors suggest that Kvaratskhelia could be on the verge of joining Paris Saint-Germain. According to reports from Le Parisien and RMC Sport on Friday, the Georgian international is now PSG’s main target to succeed Kylian Mbappé.

« Less than three weeks ago, the Portuguese executive was in Rome where he had a few meetings, including one with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s agent. As revealed by RMC Sport, the player is indeed among those being eyed by PSG. According to our information, the Georgian forward is a priority for PSG’s leaders, » RMC Sport states.

« A partial exchange with Ugarte? »

« For several weeks now, discussions have been ongoing between all parties and are progressing rather well. Especially between Paris and the player’s representatives, who are not indifferent to the strong interest shown by the Parisian club. It’s possible that the Georgian may not be retained by his club at all costs in the event of a good offer, around €80 million. The 2023 Italian champions have already begun the search for his replacement, » RMC Sport continues.

The Corriere dello Sport suggests that Naples is finally considering selling Kvaratskhelia for €82 million, with a loan deal including a purchase option for Manuel Ugarte, also 23 years old. The Georgian player is reportedly very interested in a transfer to PSG and the prospect of working under the orders of Luis Enrique.