Following the official announcement of Kylian Mbappé’s departure, Paris Saint-Germain wasted no time initiating their search for a suitable successor. Given how central Mbappé has been to the club’s identity and attack, Jeetbuzz Login suggests his exit demands not just a replacement but a full-scale restructuring of PSG’s frontline. Often viewed as aloof, Mbappé’s solitary demeanor may have been misunderstood, but what’s clear is that his footballing presence will leave a massive void. For PSG’s top brass, the priority now is to find a player who mirrors his style and impact.
After their disappointing Champions League elimination by Borussia Dortmund, the urgency to finalize a successor grew even stronger. Jeetbuzz Login reports that PSG had initially set their sights on Rafael Leão of AC Milan, seeing him as a potential heir. However, concerns about Leão’s perceived lack of intensity and occasional passivity — traits criticized by Milan fans — caused PSG executives to hesitate. While they appreciated his technical qualities, his inconsistency raised doubts about whether he could carry Mbappé’s mantle.
As discussions cooled around Leão, another name emerged from Italy — one with a similar trajectory. PSG’s attention turned to Napoli’s breakout winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, a key contributor to the club’s recent Serie A triumph and winner of the league’s Best Winger award. From a tactical standpoint, Kvaratskhelia shares many attributes with Mbappé. Both thrive on the flanks, possess explosive dribbling skills, and can create scoring chances for others. However, as Jeetbuzz Login notes, Kvaratskhelia currently falls short of Mbappé’s level, especially in terms of goal-scoring. He often hesitates to take shots himself and lacks the clinical finishing that defines elite forwards.
Still, Kvaratskhelia remains optimistic about a move. PSG’s interest aligns with his own desire for a fresh start, especially after a turbulent season at Napoli. Clashes with the manager and harsh criticism from fans have left him disillusioned. For him, a transfer to PSG represents both a clean break and a step up. According to recent media reports, the Georgian winger has already been in active discussions with PSG officials, and both parties view the transfer as a win-win scenario.
However, not everyone is convinced. Many PSG fans are skeptical, arguing that Kvaratskhelia lacks the star power and killer instinct to truly replace Mbappé. To them, relying solely on a less proven player with a more subdued personality is a gamble. And even if PSG and the player are aligned, there’s still one major obstacle: Napoli’s notoriously tough negotiator, club president Aurelio De Laurentiis. Known for attaching astronomical price tags to his stars, De Laurentiis won’t be easily swayed. As Jeetbuzz Login points out, it remains to be seen how PSG plans to navigate the negotiations — because closing this deal will take more than just mutual interest.