Reportedly, Manchester City is actively scouting a 22-year-old forward who ranked higher than Jude Bellingham in the Ballon d’Or standings. The club attended the Georgia vs. Spain match to observe Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s performance, following their scouting of Napoli’s standout player in a Euro 2024 qualifying game against Luis de la Fuente’s side.
Pep Guardiola and his team are rumored to have an interest in Leroy Sane for a summer signing, indicating their desire to bolster the team’s wide options. This information surfaced recently.
Manchester City reportedly scouted Khvicha Kvaratskhelia during a match on Sunday. The 22-year-old winger, praised as “special” by Jamie Carragher, ranked 17th in the Ballon d’Or, ahead of notable players like Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane, and Antoine Griezmann. He played a significant role in Napoli’s Serie A victory in the previous season.
Manchester City representatives observed Kvaratskhelia’s recent match against Spain, but scouts from other Premier League clubs such as Manchester United, Chelsea, and Newcastle United were also present.
Although Kvaratskhelia’s contract with Napoli extends until 2027, discussions about extending it for an additional year have reportedly begun.
However, questions arise about Kvaratskhelia’s role at Manchester City, particularly if they plan to convert Jeremy Doku into a right-winger. While Kvaratskhelia excels on the left side, it raises concerns about Jack Grealish’s potential playing time in the upcoming season.
While Kvaratskhelia would be a valuable addition, there are doubts about whether securing his arrival should be Manchester City’s foremost priority at the moment.
