Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's father predicts that Napoli will stay despite the Barcelona link

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is expected to stay Naples next season despite transfer links Barcelona.

The Georgian international played a vital role in Napoli's superb run A league win in 2023, but the club fell in its defense of the title.

They look almost certain to miss out on a Champions League qualification spot via the league and face Barcelona in the last 16 of the competition this season.

A 1-1 draw in Naples set up an interesting second leg on March 12 in what could be a defining moment for the Naples campaign.

Kvaratskhelia's contract at Stadio Maradona runs until June 2027, and the club regard him as a valuable asset, with a rumored transfer value of around €80 million.

His father was asked about the growing speculation surrounding the 23-year-old's future, and Badri hinted that he will stay in Italy for at least one more year.

“He is the only one who can choose to stay in Napoli, but I think he will continue to wear the shirt of Napoli. In any case, I respect his decision”, as quotes via Football Italy.

Kvaratskhelia could also break his personal goal for the season, having scored 12 league goals in the title win, with eight so far in 2023/24.