Liverpool coach Arne Slott. (Photo by Jess Hornby/Getty Images)
Napoli winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks.
The 23-year-old Georgia international has been heavily linked with a move to Liverpool and the Reds He plans to make a club record bid to sign him This month.
They have now received a major boost in their pursuit of the player. Napoli coach Antonio Conte confirmed that the player had asked to leave the club immediately. It will be interesting to see if Liverpool will be able to reach an agreement with the Italian club over the next few weeks.
Conte said (h/t Fabrizio Romano): “Kvaratskhelia has asked to leave the club. I spoke with Khvicha and he confirmed his plan to leave the club immediately.”
The 23-year-old has been outstanding for Napoli since joining the club and there is no doubt that he would be an exceptional signing for Liverpool. He has all the qualities needed to develop into a world-class player and a move to the Premier League could accelerate his development.
Liverpool could be the perfect move for Hvicha Kvaratskhelia
Liverpool have done a good job in nurturing talented young players over the years and they can help him achieve his world-class potential.
The player has the attributes to succeed in England and will look to achieve success at Liverpool if the move is made. He showed his quality against English opposition in the Champions League, and he will be determined to make his mark in English football if he ends up at Liverpool.
Liverpool are hoping to win major trophies next season and need quality talent at their disposal. The 23-year-old may cost a hefty sum at the moment, but he will be a long-term investment and can justify his spending in the coming seasons.
The opportunity to join an ambitious club like Liverpool would be very attractive for the player. It was Linked to Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain also.
