Paris Saint‑Germain is preparing to fill the void left by the rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, the Georgian striker who underwent surgery in Doha. With his absence, Luis Enrique's team finds itself having to look for a new quality striker, especially after the departure of Bradley Barcola to Liverpool.
According to Sky Sports sources, the Parisian club has already identified a potential replacement: Bayer Leverkusen striker Ibrahim Maza. Maza has recorded 12 Bundesliga appearances, with three goals and three assists, and PSG appear ready to make an offer that could be concluded as early as January, when the winter transfer window opens. The Algerian player is considered one of the main candidates to fill the void left by Kvaratskhelia, a former Napoli player.
Bayer Leverkusen, for its part, does not intend to sell the player. The German club has declared its intention to renew Maza's contract beyond 2030, with a salary increase. Leverkusen therefore wants to keep the player in their squad, highlighting the importance that Maza has for the team.
Kvaratskhelia, who suffered the injury during the Champions League match against Barcelona, underwent successful surgery at Aspetar Hospital in Doha. The operation, which affected his right knee, put his participation for the rest of the season in doubt. According to L'Équipe, the former Napoli ace's season may already be over, but PSG will carefully monitor the recovery process before finalizing a return date. Kvaratskhelia is currently sixth in the standings for the Ballon d'Or.
With the search for a new striker underway, PSG will have to quickly decide whether to accept the offer for Maza or look for another solution. Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen remain firm in their decision to keep the player by their side, while Kvaratskhelia awaits the completion of his rehabilitation. The next few weeks will be decisive for both teams, who will have to adapt to the new circumstances.