Kvaratskhelia Dreams of Premier League While Destroying English Teams in Europe

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is systematically eliminating the very Premier League clubs he dreams of joining. The PSG winger has terrorised English teams in the Champions League with five goal contributions in five appearances, even as his former Georgia assistant coach reveals the 25-year-old harbours ambitions of moving to Liverpool, Arsenal or Chelsea.

The Georgian captain's devastating form against English opposition has created football's most intriguing paradox. After orchestrating Chelsea's 8-2 aggregate humiliation with three goals and putting Liverpool on the brink of elimination with a solo strike in their 2-0 first-leg victory, Kvaratskhelia could yet face Arsenal should both teams reach the final.

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David Webb, who worked as Georgia's assistant coach, has lifted the lid on Kvaratskhelia's Premier League ambitions in an interview with talkSPORT. The English coach revealed conversations about a potential move to England during their time together with the national team.

I think it'd be great for the Premier League if he would come. He's an exciting player and he would definitely sort of light it up. Would he come? Yes, he would come if it was the right opportunity and the right club.

The Three-Club Shortlist

When pressed on which clubs Kvaratskhelia follows, Webb was unequivocal about the player's preferences.

It's Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea, the big ones competing in the Champions League and stuff.

The timing couldn't be more ironic. Liverpool face a mountain to climb after Kvaratskhelia's solo brilliance sealed their first-leg defeat. Chelsea have already been dispatched in humiliating fashion. Arsenal remain the only one of his three preferred destinations yet to face his wrath this season.

January's Sliding Doors Moment

The Premier League came tantalisingly close to landing Kvaratskhelia in January 2025 when his Napoli career was winding down. Multiple English clubs circled, sensing an opportunity to prise away Serie A's most exciting talent.

Instead, PSG swooped with a package that convinced both player and club. Within six months, Kvaratskhelia had repaid their faith by helping deliver the club's first Champions League title. Now defending that crown, he's made English teams his speciality.

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Webb witnessed Kvaratskhelia's transformation from Serie A sensation to European powerhouse during his time with Georgia. The coach joined the national team setup in 2023, a year after the winger's move to Napoli, where he'd already earned the nickname 'Kvaradona' for his role in ending their 33-year Scudetto drought.

The Conte Effect

But it was Antonio Conte's influence that elevated Kvaratskhelia to elite status. Webb credits the Italian manager with adding crucial defensive discipline to the Georgian's game.

He had a spell under Conte, and I think that really took his game to another level in terms of his work rate and his physicality. Because obviously under Conte, you have to put in the defensive work.

The statistics back up Webb's assessment. Kvaratskhelia now ranks among the highest-output attacking players for defensive contributions in the Champions League. It's this complete package that has made him unplayable against English teams.

The Ronaldo Obsession

Behind the devastating performances lies an obsession with greatness. Webb revealed Kvaratskhelia's relentless pursuit of perfection, driven by his desire to emulate Cristiano Ronaldo.

All he used to say to me was, 'I want to be as good as Ronaldo. I want to be as good as Ronaldo.' That was his idol.

This manifested in exhaustive training routines that coaching staff had to curtail before matches:

• Five shots with his right foot
• Five shots with his left foot
• Free-kick practice
• Five penalties

Webb recalls having to physically remove Kvaratskhelia from training sessions, with head coach Willy Sagnol imploring: "David, get him off."

Why England's Loss Could Become Their Gain

Kvaratskhelia's Champions League rampage presents a compelling case for any Premier League suitor. His 11 goal involvements in Champions League knockouts since the start of last season rank second only to Barcelona's Raphinha. More importantly, his specific success against English opposition suggests he's already adapted to Premier League-style defending.

The Personality Factor

Webb painted a picture of a player whose quiet demeanour masks fierce ambition. Despite his superstar status, Kvaratskhelia remains grounded.

If you was to go into camp and you see him sitting down eating dinner and you didn't know who he was, you just think he's just one of the lads, because he's quiet. He's very humble.

This humility, combined with his work ethic, mirrors the trajectory of his idol Ronaldo during his Manchester United years. For Premier League clubs watching their European campaigns crumble at Kvaratskhelia's feet, there's a silver lining: they're witnessing exactly what he could bring to their team.

The Liverpool Connection

Liverpool's interest carries additional intrigue given they've already secured Kvaratskhelia's international teammate. Giorgi Mamardashvili will join from Valencia this summer, potentially offering a Georgian connection that could prove persuasive in future negotiations.

What Happens Next

PSG hold all the cards with Kvaratskhelia under contract and spearheading their Champions League defence. But his former coach's revelations confirm what his performances suggest: the Premier League remains unfinished business for Georgia's captain.

For Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea, every devastating Kvaratskhelia performance is both a reminder of what they're missing and a preview of what they could have. The question isn't whether he'll eventually make the move to England, but which of his victims will turn tormentor into talisman.