Paris Saint-Germain believe they are in pole position to sign Napoli winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia despite interest from the Premier League.
The Georgian attacking sensation has opened the door to a surprise exit this month as talks over a new contract with the Italian giants have so far failed to lead to a positive outcome.
Sources close to the player indicate that PSG has made notable progress in reaching an agreement on personal terms on a long-term contract.
The sticking point is that negotiations with Napoli are expected to prove complex and the Serie A leaders are likely to relish the prospect of an auction, with a number of English clubs also keeping a close eye on developments.
The 23-year-old forward is no longer considered untouchable in Naples despite steering the club to the Scuddetto in 2023.
Napoli are expected to demand a fee in excess of £70 million, but PSG have not come close to that amount so far and have instead tried to offer players in exchange for Kvaratskhelia.
Central defender Milan Skriniar has reportedly been sent to Napoli, while striker Randal Kolo Muani, who is of interest to Manchester United, Tottenham and Juventus, is free to leave PSG this month and could be used as a potential substitute in negotiations.
Speaking last June, Kvaratskhelia agent Mamuka Jugeli made it clear that his client was open to a summer move, but a move fell through.
He told Georgian newspaper Imedi: “I don't want people to think that Kvara wants to stay at Napoli. We want to leave, but we are waiting for the end of the European Championship so as not to disturb Khvicha. The priority is to join the club.” a team that plays in the Champions League.”
Kvaratskhelia is believed to be open to a move to PSG, but other major clubs from both England and Europe could now be in the race for a player who is clearly one of the best talents available on the current market.
The likes of Liverpool, Chelsea and Newcastle are known to be admirers, but whether they are willing to put up the money to sign the player this month is another question. Newcastle cannot spend freely due to their continued battle against profit and sustainability rules.
Kvaratskhelia's current contract at Napoli runs until the summer of 2027. Manchester United have also been linked with his signature but would struggle to finance a deal unless there was a valuable signing such as Marcus Rashford goes the other way, plus a significant sum of money. cash. At this stage, Napoli have shown no interest in Rashford despite his availability.
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