All you need to know about Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's transfer to PSG

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Napoli's talented star striker, is making the move to Paris, where he will join Paris Saint Germain. This transfer marks a significant step for the winger, who had expressed interest in this opportunity during the summer.

After displaying his exceptional skills for Georgia at Euro 2024, PSG recognized his potential and made a substantial bid of €200m for both Kvaratskhelia and his teammate Victor Osimhen. However, this offer was initially turned down by the Serie A club.

Napoli understood the likelihood of losing Osimhen and was committed to retaining Kvaratskhelia. However, circumstances didn’t unfold as they hoped. They were unable to secure a substantial fee for Osimhen, and Kvaratskhelia's performance this season has not met expectations.

As the new year drew near, the 23-year-old reiterated his wish to explore new opportunities, and the club graciously agreed to support his desire. PSG quickly recognized the chance and moved in to make their approach.

Premier League giants Chelsea and Liverpool were closely monitoring his situation. However, PSG decisively acted to secure the deal without delay.

Personal terms with Kvaratskhelia posed no challenges, and a five-year contract was quickly finalized once news of PSG's negotiations emerged.

The main challenge was reaching an agreement on the fee with Napoli, who initially sought €80 million. Following several days of productive negotiations reports from France, Italy, and England indicate that the clubs have agreed in principle.

The upfront fee is expected to be around €70 million, and although the total, including bonuses, will not meet Napoli's original expectations, both clubs are pleased with the outcome. This resolution reflects a collaborative effort that benefits everyone involved.

Recent reports have suggested that the 2023 Serie A champions are considering options like Alejandro Garnacho and Marcus Rashford from Manchester United. However, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has indicated that there is less interest in Rashford at this time.