Real Madrid are expected to have a big summer transfer window. Their number one target is believed to be Jude Bellingham and it is not hard to understand. The Borussia Dortmund midfielder is arguably the most in-demand talent in all of Europe right now. But signing him will be very difficult to say the least. The likes of Liverpool, Manchester City and several other top clubs are also in the race and the fee required to make it happen is believed to be around €150 million.
As a result, Real Madrid must be keeping their eyes on other players as well, in case they miss out on Bellingham. And some rumours have suggested that Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is their plan B.
Of course, Kvaratskhelia is not a similar player to Bellingham in terms of position. But he could certainly make a big impact on the team. The Georgian international has been out of this world, since joining Napoli in the summer. And he is already rated at a transfer fee around €100 million.
Other clubs are also believed to be interested in Kvaratskhelia. The good news for Real Madrid is that he appears to be a fan of the club.
€100 million-rated transfer target loves Real Madrid
As reported by CalcioNapoli24, Kvaratskhelia’s agent, Mamuka Jugeli, said in an interview with GeoTeam, a Georgian media broadcaster:
"“His father Badri and I are Barcelona fans, but Kvaratskhelia loves Real Madrid. He’s a player of that level there, he can play anywhere. If I ever saw him with the Barcelona shirt I would be very happy, I am a Barca fan even if he is a Real Madrid fan.”"
Kvaratskhelia has established himself as a superstar since arriving at Napoli. His numbers are staggering. According to stats from Transfermarkt, he has scored 12 goals and provided 15 assists in 26 appearances.
He is one of the biggest reasons why Napoli are running away with the Serie A title this season. And his performances have also earned him the nickname ‘Kvaradona’. So, it is safe to say that he is very highly rated by the club’s supporters. Could a move to Real Madrid lie in his future? Time shall tell.