Napoli has issued a definitive statement regarding the future of their star player, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, amidst ongoing speculation about his transfer. The club has confirmed that the Georgian winger is under contract until June 2027 and emphasized that he is not available for sale.
Club’s Response to Transfer Rumours
The statement from Napoli came as a direct response to remarks from Kvaratskhelia’s representatives, which seemed to suggest potential movements for the player. Napoli clarified their position, stating, “After Kvaratskhelia’s camp statement, we want to remind that he’s under contract until June 2027” and reinforced the message with “Kvaratskhelia is NOT for sale”. Furthermore, the club highlighted their control over such decisions, asserting, “Player’s agents do NOT decide where they are going, but it’s Napoli deciding when they are under contract”.
Background on Contract Negotiations
This firm stance by Napoli follows a series of attempts to secure Kvaratskhelia’s future at the club. Over the past months, there have been multiple reports about Napoli’s efforts to negotiate a new contract with the player. These include:
- Napoli proposing a new contract for Kvaratskhelia as recently as the same day of the statement.
- Continuous negotiations since March, with the club president personally aiming to extend his contract amid rising transfer speculation.
The club’s repeated attempts to renegotiate terms with Kvaratskhelia underline their intention to retain him for the foreseeable future, despite interest from other clubs.