Serie A: Napoli Draws a Line in the Sand: Kvaratskhelia Not for Sale

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis asserts Kvaratskhelia's contract until 2027, dismisses agent and father's statements, and proposes new contract with salary increase and release clause.

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has reaffirmed the club's stance on Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's future, declaring the Georgian winger “NOT for sale.” This comes after Kvaratskhelia's camp hinted at a potential departure, citing concerns over the player's development under four different coaches in just one year.

De Laurentiis has sent a clear message: Napoli holds the reins, not the player's agents or family. The club has even proposed a new contract with a salary increase and release clause, demonstrating their commitment to keeping Kvaratskhelia in Naples.

Kvaratskhelia's father, meanwhile, has expressed his own reservations about his son's situation, admitting it's “uncomfortable” but ultimately leaving the decision in Khvicha's hands. With Euro 2024 ongoing, the player's focus remains on the pitch, and Napoli's stance is clear: Kvaratskhelia is going nowhere unless they say so.

This showdown highlights the complex dynamics between clubs, players, and their representatives. Napoli's assertiveness may prompt a response from Kvaratskhelia's camp, but for now, the player's future remains tied to the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.