It is often at major events that great talents are judged. And for those who still doubted it, Giorgi Tsitaishvili’s XXL performance against Paris Saint-Germain on December 13 finally removed the last doubts. Hard-hitting, confusing and blessed with a silky left paw, the Georgian international (28 caps, 1 goal) from FC Metz is getting everyone to agree after a necessary adaptation phase to Ligue 1. But beyond his performances on the field, it is his contractual situation which is shaking up the backstage of the transfer window.
A free agent status that makes many clubs salivate
According to our information, the 25-year-old winger, who has scored two goals in the Lorraine club’s last four Ligue 1 matches, still belongs to Dynamo kyiv but will be free from any contract next June. A real boon for sports directors looking for offensive reinforcements at a lower cost. Because the profile of the native of Israel – son of a former professional player who played there – is atypical.
A true globetrotter despite his young age, Tsitaishvili, who can boast of having played in Georgia’s four matches at Euro 2024, has been able to toughen up far from his bases. After notable stints in Poland (Lech Poznan, Wisla Krakow), this player, as technical as he is combative, reached a milestone last season in Spain. Under the colors of Granada, he produced a very clean copy with 7 goals and 4 assists in the Spanish Liga 2. A rise in power which is confirmed today in the elite of French football, into which he arrived in the summer in relative anonymity.
OL, LOSC, Lazio and especially Villarreal: the battle is on
Obviously, such a profile available for 0€ does not leave you indifferent. Still according to our indiscretions, Olympique Lyonnais, LOSC, two clubs which monitor their expenses very carefully, have ticked its name in red for next summer. His elimination capacity and his “grinta” fit perfectly with the needs of these two formations.
But the competition promises to be fierce and goes beyond our borders. In Italy, Lazio Rome has already made inquiries. However, the main danger could come from Spain. It’s the little story within the big one. Georges Mikautadze, who arrived at Villarreal last summer, plays the role of luxury sales representative for his compatriot. The former Messin, who had already pushed for FC Metz to welcome Tsitaishvili last summer, is now pushing very hard with his management, the “Yellow Submarine”, to reform the duo in La Liga.
Between Ligue 1 which appeals to him and the prospect of joining his friend in Spain, Giorgi Tsitaishvili, who has the same agent as his illustrious compatriot Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, will be spoiled for choice. One thing is certain: his phone is likely to ring a lot from January 1st.
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