Journalist David Ornstein has delivered a definitive blow to Arsenal’s summer season switch hopes, revealing there’s “no likelihood” of the Gunners securing the signature of PSG star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Talking throughout a fan Q&A on The Athletic web site (subscription required) on Thursday, Ornstein addressed the rising hypothesis linking Mikel Arteta’s facet with the 25-year-old winger.
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Khvicha Kvaratskhelia unlikely to hitch Arsenal
Regardless of Arsenal’s want to bolster their attacking choices following a season that has seen them attain the Champions League semi-finals and problem for the Premier League title, a transfer for the Georgian worldwide seems utterly off the desk.
“Everybody loves Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, however I absolutely count on him to remain at PSG,” Ornstein wrote, quelling the rumors that had excited the North London trustworthy.
“He appears extraordinarily glad there, and they’re actually extraordinarily proud of him. I don’t suppose Arsenal or anybody else has an opportunity in the intervening time.”
The replace comes as a disappointment to those that seen Kvaratskhelia as the ultimate piece of Arteta’s offensive puzzle.
Since becoming a member of PSG from Napoli in January 2025 for €80 million, Kvaratskhelia has turn into an indispensable determine for Luis Enrique.
His direct model and technical brilliance had been on full show through the latest Champions League quarter-final win over Liverpool, the place he scored within the first leg to assist dismantle the Reds.
Loads of curiosity from Premier League for Kvaratskhelia
Arsenal are removed from the one Premier League membership to have registered an curiosity. Liverpool have been long-term admirers, with the Reds reportedly contemplating a hijack try shortly earlier than his transfer to Paris.
Their curiosity within the versatile attacker stays, with Ben Jacobs not too long ago reporting that the Reds have a real appreciation in direction of the 25-year-old.
Chelsea have additionally been eager, with a latest report stating that the Blues are making ready a mega bid for the Georgian wizard.
With Kvaratskhelia below contract till 2029 and his significance to the Parisian mission at an all-time excessive, Ornstein’s evaluation means that any potential suitor would want to supply an outrageous supply to even open negotiations.
For now, it appears the Georgian will stay the jewel in PSG’s crown as they chase European glory.
