Agent of €80 million-rated attacking goal reopens negotiations with Barcelona – report

Barcelona have as soon as once more been linked with Napoli’s Georgian winger, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, as stories from SPORT recommend that the Serie A aspect is open to promoting their prized asset. 

Napoli and Kvaratskhelia’s camp have struggled to seek out widespread floor over a brand new contract, which has left his future unsure. 

His present deal runs till 2027, however the lack of progress in negotiations has reportedly prompted Napoli to think about placing him available on the market if no settlement is reached.

Tense state of affairs between Napoli and Kvaratskhelia

The state of affairs between the membership and the participant’s representatives has been tense. Kvaratskhelia presently earns a modest €1.2 million per season, one of many lowest salaries within the squad. 

His entourage has demanded a big pay rise, arguing for even retroactive changes to compensate for what they understand as misplaced earnings. 

Napoli, nonetheless, are solely prepared to supply €5 million yearly and have connected a steep launch clause of €130 million to their proposal—one thing the participant’s camp finds unacceptable.

With talks at an deadlock, the negotiations have been frozen, and a last try to resolve the matter is anticipated earlier than the season ends. 

Strategy to Barcelona

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is more likely to depart subsequent summer season (Photograph by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Photos)

In the meantime, Kvaratskhelia’s brokers have reportedly reached out to Barcelona, a membership that had beforehand proven curiosity within the winger. 

Discussions had stalled final yr, however this new improvement goals to gauge the Blaugrana’s willingness to pursue the deal. Nonetheless, Barcelona have but to make any official transfer.

The Catalan aspect stays cautious about getting into negotiations with Napoli, as their president, Aurelio de Laurentiis, is thought for his powerful and unpredictable method to transfers. 

Won’t go all-out

Barça are unwilling to pay extreme charges, particularly with Napoli more likely to demand €80 million or extra for the winger. 

Whereas Kvaratskhelia is admired by Barcelona for his potential match into their venture, they haven’t any intention of partaking in a bidding conflict or overpaying for his providers.

For now, Barcelona are ready to see how the state of affairs unfolds. If Kvaratskhelia genuinely needs a transfer, the membership expects him to push for the switch and exhibit his dedication to creating the deal occur. 

Different suitors, together with PSG, stay within the race, however Barcelona’s method will rely upon the participant’s willingness to take the initiative.

*Participant valuation in title obtained from transfermarkt.com on the date of publication.