Paris Saint-Germain has officially announced the signing of Georgian winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who will wear the iconic number 7 jersey. At just 23 years old, Kvaratskhelia becomes the first Georgian player in the history of the Parisian club, bringing his exceptional talent and proven track record to Ligue 1.

A Rapidly Rising Career

Born on February 12, 2001, in Tbilisi, Georgia, Kvaratskhelia began his professional journey with Dinamo Tbilisi before moving on to Rubin Kazan, Dinamo Batumi, and Lokomotiv Moscow. However, his breakthrough came at SSC Napoli, where he played a pivotal role in their Serie A triumph during the 2022-2023 season, ending a 33-year title drought for the club.

During his time with Napoli, Kvaratskhelia made:

• 107 appearances
• 30 goals
• 29 assists

He earned accolades including Serie A Player of the Season and Serie A Top Assist Provider in his debut campaign. On the European stage, he was crowned the Champions League Best Young Player, further cementing his reputation as one of football’s brightest stars.

Kvaratskhelia has also been a standout performer on the international stage, representing Georgia in:

• 40 matches
• 17 goals
• 9 assists

He played a crucial role in leading Georgia to the Round of 16 at Euro 2024, becoming a national icon and one of the team’s most influential figures.

Excitement Surrounding the Move

In his first statement as a PSG player, Kvaratskhelia shared his enthusiasm:

"It’s a dream to be here. I feel immense pride in joining this great club, and I’m eager to represent these colors on the pitch."

PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaifi also expressed confidence in the signing:

"We are thrilled to welcome Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to the Paris Saint-Germain family. He’s a fantastic talent and a team player. We are certain he will achieve all his goals with us."