Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is the latest transfer as Antonio Conte sends a clear message to Liverpool

Antonio Conte has ruled out a move for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, despite the Napoli star appearing to want a move this summer.

Kvaratskhelia played on the final night of the Euro 2024 group stage as Georgia shocked Portugal to book their place in the knockout stages. The forward scored the first goal just two minutes into the 2-0 victory as his nation secured passage to their first outing at the tournament.

No doubt there will have been plenty of interested clubs watching to see Kvaratskhelia in action, including Liverpool. According to TBR Football, Liverpool have “enquired” about the 23-year-old, with Arne Slot seemingly keen to sign a new winger.

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His agent and father have both stated their desire to secure a move this summer, although those comments were taken lightly by Napoli. Now the Italian club’s new manager has dismissed suggestions that Kvaratskhelia could leave in the coming weeks.

“The frustration of last year led to unclear situations,” Conte told a press conference (via football.london). “But the players know that difficulties can arise, we have to roll up our sleeves with respect and confidence.

“I knew the situations of all the players very well, I vetoed Kvara, Di Lorenzo, Lobotka, Anguissa.”

Conte later added: “There are no doubts. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is staying here and will play for Napoli. There are no doubts, everything is clear. Kvara will stay here with us.”

For now, Kvaratskhelia will remain in Germany as he prepares for Georgia’s first knockout match at a major tournament. They face Spain in the round of 16 on Sunday, with their star player having to wait a little longer to make a decision on his future.

Liverpool.com says: Napoli are certainly in no mood to even entertain the idea of ​​a move for Kvaratskhelia, so it will likely be difficult for them to force through. Under contract until 2027, the Italian club is in a strong position to play hardball.

As for Liverpool, while Kvaratskhelia is a star, he may not be what the Reds need given that he plays mostly on the left. It was great to watch him and Georgia at the Euros and they fully deserve their place in the round of 16.