Khvicha Kvaratskhelia: PSG forward set for surgery after rupturing ACL in Champions League win over Barcelona | Football News | Sky Sports
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Paris Saint-Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is set for a long-term lay-off after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament in Tuesday night’s Champions League win over Barcelona; PSG also lost Ousmane Dembele and captain Marquinhos to injury in the 4-2 victory
Wednesday 21 October 2026 11:37, UK
PSG’s Khvicha Kvaratskhelia sustained a serious knee injury in the Champions League win over Barcelona
Paris Saint-Germain winger Kvicha Kvaratskhelia is set to have surgery after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), the French club have confirmed.
The 25-year-old, who was named the Champions League’s best player last season, was injured in Tuesday’s 4-2 home win over Barcelona.
The European champions have said Kvaratskhelia will have an operation “in the coming days” but gave no timeline for his recovery.
The injury raises serious concerns over whether Kvaratskhelia will play again this season, but he will definitely miss PSG’s Champions League trip to Aston Villa on December 8.
Kvaratskhelia has been nominated for the 2026 Ballon d’Or after a stellar campaign last season as he helped PSG earn back-to-back Champions League titles as well as Ligue 1 glory.
The Georgia captain’s injury setback is a major blow for PSG, who are in pursuit of a third straight Champions League crown.
Kvaratskhelia has emerged as one of the world’s leading forwards since joining the French champions from Napoli for £59m plus add-ons in January 2025.
Dembele and Marquinhos also suffer injuries
Ousmane Dembele came off with an injury against Barca
PSG also lost Ousmane Dembele, the reigning Ballon d’Or holder, and captain Marquinhosto injury against Barca.
The French club’s statement says both players have thigh injuries and “will remain under treatment for the next few weeks”.
Another key player, Nuno Mendes, is also injured after missing the win over the Spanish champions following an injury in PSG’s Ligue 1 win at Strasbourg on Saturday.
PSG have been in scintillating form in Europe this season since defending their title in May, beating Manchester City and Barcelona by the same 4-2 scoreline this month.
Luis Enrique’s side are top of the 36-team league table after three wins from three, while they sit second in Ligue 1, level on points with leaders Lyon.
