Tottenham and Chelsea target 16-year-old Tornike Kvaratskhelia but Bayern Munich lead the race

According to TEAMtalk, Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea are among the Premier League clubs interested in signing Dinamo Tbilisi's Tornike Kvaratskhelia, the 16-year-old younger brother of PSG star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. However, Bayern Munich currently lead the chase, and no English club can sign him until he turns 18 in 2028.

  • Player: Tornike Kvaratskhelia, 16, right-footed left-winger
  • Clubs interested: Tottenham, Chelsea, Man City, Man Utd, Liverpool, Brighton, Aston Villa, Arsenal, Newcastle, Bayern Munich
  • Current status: Bayern Munich leading the race after a summer training stint
  • Eligibility: English clubs cannot sign him until he turns 18 in 2028
  • Source: TEAMtalk

Deal details

Tottenham have shown interest in Tornike Kvaratskhelia and are at the forefront of English interest. Chelsea are also leading Premier League interest. Man City, Man Utd, Liverpool, Brighton and Aston Villa have made contact. Arsenal and Newcastle are aware of the situation. Bayern Munich are currently the front-runners after Kvaratskhelia trained with them earlier this summer.

The player is the younger brother of PSG's Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. He is a right-footed left-winger and has been playing regularly for Dinamo Tbilisi's first team at just 16. No fee or contract terms are mentioned in the source.

Why Tottenham and Chelsea need him

Tottenham revamped their squad this summer, signing Omar Marmoush and Savio, but failed to bolster the left flank. They missed out on Iliman Ndiaye and Cody Gakpo, and eventually brought in Mykhailo Mudryk on loan from Chelsea on deadline day. Tornike represents a long-term option for that position.

Chelsea, after letting Alejandro Garnacho leave, signed Morgan Rogers to reinforce the left wing. Xabi Alonso also has Jamie Gittens as an option. Tornike could be a future addition to compete with them.

Talking points

  • Bayern Munich's training stint gives them a head start – will the player prefer them despite Premier League interest?
  • With a 2028 move possible, is it worth waiting for a 16-year-old when immediate needs exist?
  • Mykhailo Mudryk's return from a doping ban could affect Tottenham's urgency for another winger.

What happens next

No immediate deal is possible for English clubs due to the age restriction. Bayern Munich are positioned well, but the teenager's development will be monitored until 2028.

Frequently asked questions

Can Tottenham or Chelsea sign Tornike Kvaratskhelia now?

No, English clubs cannot sign him until he turns 18 in 2028.

Who is leading the race to sign Tornike Kvaratskhelia?

Bayern Munich are currently leading the race after he trained with them earlier this summer.

Is Tornike Kvaratskhelia related to Khvicha Kvaratskhelia?

Yes, Tornike is the younger brother of PSG superstar Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.

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