Paris Saint-Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia faces an extended absence after suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee during a UEFA Champions League match against FC Barcelona, as reported by Foot Mercato. The 25-year-old Georgian international sustained the injury following a collision with Barcelona player Xavi Espart during the fixture on October 20, 2026, at the Parc des Princes in Paris, forcing him off the pitch in the 59th minute.
Medical Confirmation and Surgery Timeline
The club released a medical statement confirming the severity of the injury after initial tests. Kvaratskhelia will undergo surgery in the coming days, with medical projections estimating a recovery period between six and nine months. This timeline sidelines the forward for the majority of the current season, with club management not expecting him back on the pitch until March at the earliest.
Transfer Window Planning and Squad Options
With Kvaratskhelia sidelined, sporting officials are weighing internal solutions alongside potential winter reinforcements. Head coach Luis Enrique can look to Mika Godts, deploy Désiré Doué on the left flank, or utilize Ferran Torres, who has prior experience playing out wide.
Broader Injury Concerns for Paris Saint-Germain
The fixture against Barcelona also left captain Marquinhos and star forward Ousmane Dembélé sidelined with thigh injuries. Both players suffered muscle lesions during the match and will miss upcoming fixtures, including a Ligue 1 clash against league leaders Olympique Lyonnais scheduled for October 25, according to updates from the Paris Saint-Germain club. The simultaneous losses test the depth of the defending French and European champions as they face the autumn schedule.
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