Paris Saint-Germain’s Georgian winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is aiming to cap a remarkable season by winning the UEFA Champions League final against Inter Milan, scheduled for May 31, 2025, at Munich’s Allianz Arena.
The 24-year-old, nicknamed “Kvaradona” for his dazzling performances, joined PSG from Napoli in January 2025 for a reported €70 million plus add-ons, marking a significant mid-season transfer. Since arriving in Paris, Kvaratskhelia has contributed four goals and three assists in 14 Ligue 1 matches, alongside two Champions League goals, helping PSG reach their second-ever final.
Kvaratskhelia’s move to PSG followed a stellar two-and-a-half-year stint at Napoli, where he scored 12 goals and provided 13 assists in his debut 2022-23 season, earning the Serie A Most Valuable Player award and leading Napoli to their first Scudetto in 33 years. Despite Napoli’s strong 2024-25 campaign under Antonio Conte, Kvaratskhelia requested a transfer in January, citing a desire for new challenges. His departure, while controversial among Napoli fans, has positioned him as a key player in PSG’s quest for their first Champions League title, complementing a dynamic attack alongside Ousmane Dembélé, Bradley Barcola, and Désiré Doué.
In the Champions League, Kvaratskhelia’s impact has been notable, with a standout goal in a 7-0 rout of Brest and crucial contributions in knockout wins against Liverpool, Aston Villa, and Arsenal. PSG’s semi-final victory over Arsenal showcased his work ethic, with Kvaratskhelia winning more tackles than any teammate, embodying coach Luis Enrique’s high-pressing system. Facing Inter Milan, who defeated Feyenoord, Bayern Munich, and Barcelona to reach the final, Kvaratskhelia’s pace and dribbling will test a robust defense led by Alessandro Bastoni and Francesco Acerbi. Inter’s right wing-back, Denzel Dumfries, acknowledged the challenge, calling Kvaratskhelia “technically special.”
Kvaratskhelia’s 2024-25 season is already historic, as he became the first player to win two league titles in one campaign: Serie A with Napoli (for his 17 appearances before transferring) and Ligue 1 with PSG. He also earned a Coupe de France medal, though he missed the final due to a migraine. A Champions League triumph would complete an unprecedented treble, cementing his status as a global superstar.