If a report by the Spanish outlet Fichajes is believed to be true, Real Madrid still hold a firm interest in Napoli sensation Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. The rising attacking ace is running riot both in Europe and Serie A with his pace, swift footwork, dribbling skills and prolific finishing. Many clubs are keeping close tabs on his excellence down the flank and the Blancos, one of his keen admirers, could step up the chase once the season is over.
The rumours have been doing the rounds for quite some time. But a report from Defensa Central cooled the talks claiming that the Spanish giants pulled the plug on a potential transfer hunt. However, the latest update should excite the fans, particularly when the club is struggling to keep pace with league leaders Barcelona in the title race.
The 22-year-old Georgian dynamite progressed through the academy ranks of Dinamo Tbilisi back in his homeland before breaking into their senior side during his teenage days. He then joined Rustavi in the summer of 2019 but was eventually scouted and loaned in by Russian outfit Lokomotiv Moscow the following winter.
Despite their best efforts, Loko failed to tie him down on permanent terms. Instead, he joined Rubin Kazan a few days later and continued to excel as a wide attacker. However, he decided to return to Georgia and join Dinamo Batumi following the Russian invasion of Ukraine around a year ago. Napoli, who monitored his development over the past few years, made the opportunity count by securing his services for a minuscule €12m transfer fee.
Why Real Madrid Must Tie Down The Georgian Genius
Luciano Spalletti’s exciting brand of football helped him flourish further and achieve the extra mile. He is unplayable at times and his partnership with hitman Victor Osimhen has made Napoli the runaway leaders in Italy. Kvaratskhelia has scored 11 goals and laid on 14 more in 23 appearances across competitions and his majestic form high up the pitch depicts why he is destined to make it big in European football.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid are blessed to have Vinicius Jr who is irreplaceable on the left. This might force Kvaratskhelia to compromise his preferred role, but he should cement a place down the right given his flexibility with both feet. Rodrygo is more of a utility star who could be deployed as a ‘super sub’ across the frontline, whereas Marco Asensio and Eden Hazard are expected to part ways in the summer after failing to impress Carlo Ancelotti enough. This would see the Club World Cup winners jumping in and tying him down in the forthcoming future.
