Football Biography

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia

“Kvara”

Georgian · Tbilisi, Georgia · Born 12 February 2002

Winger

napoli goals

107

apps

georgia caps

2023

serie a

Electrifying Georgian winger who took Serie A by storm in his debut season and was instrumental in Napoli's first Scudetto in 33 years.

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was born in Tbilisi, Georgia on 12 February 2002. After spells at Dinamo Tbilisi, Rustavi and Dinamo Batumi, he joined Napoli in 2022 for just €10 million. He made an immediate and sensational impact, helping Napoli win their first Serie A title in 33 years. His dribbling, pace and directness earned him the nickname 'Kvaradona' — a tribute to Diego Maradona. He was named Serie A Young Player of the Year. He has earned over 35 caps for Georgia and led them to their first-ever European Championship in 2024. He moved to PSG in January 2025 for €70 million.

Best Known For

Serie A 2023

Napoli fans nicknamed him 'Kvaradona' in tribute to Diego Maradona, the highest possible compliment in Naples, after his sensational debut season.

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Honours & Achievements

Career Honours

Serie A 2023
Serie A Young Player of the Year 2023

Career Journey

Timeline

2002 👶 Born in Tbilisi, Georgia

🏟️ Dinamo Tbilisi

🏟️ Napoli

🏟️ PSG

🏟️ PSG (2025-present)

🏆 Serie A 2023

🏆 Serie A Young Player of the Year 2023

Napoli Goals	30
Apps	107
Georgia Caps	38
Serie A	2023

Club	Shirt No	Apps	Goals
Dinamo Tbilisi	#77	—	11
Napoli	#7	299	34
PSG	#7	27	2
PSG (2025-present)	#7	30	3

Nationality	Georgian
Born	12 February 2002 (age 24)
Birth Place	Tbilisi, Georgia
Position	Winger
Clubs	Dinamo Tbilisi (2017-19), Rustavi (2019-20, loan), Dinamo Batumi (2020-22), Napoli (2022-25), PSG (2025-present)
Est. Net Worth	$25m

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions about Khvicha Kvaratskhelia

What is Kvaratskhelia's nickname?

Kvaradona' — a tribute to Diego Maradona, the highest compliment possible in Naples.

How much did Napoli pay for him?

Just €10 million, one of the greatest bargains in modern football.

What did Kvaratskhelia achieve in his first season?

He helped Napoli win their first Serie A title in 33 years and was named Young Player of the Year.

Did Georgia qualify for the Euros?

Yes, Kvaratskhelia led Georgia to their first-ever European Championship in 2024.

When was Khvicha Kvaratskhelia born?

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was born on 12 February 2002 in Tbilisi, Georgia.

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