Liverpool target now seems set to join over 's side, says .

The Georgian winger has been reported for some time as to Reds chiefs and caught the eye of when the Italian outfit . But a move to Merseyside now appears unlikely.

During his eventful two-and-a-half-year stint in Naples, Kvaratskhelia has quickly established himself as one of Europe's most . His performances in the with his club side and at Euro 2024 have been impressive.

The 23-year-old has made his , and it now seems he is being reluctantly ushered towards the exit door. However, according to Shearer, his next destination probably won't be Anfield.

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"I think he's asked to leave, hasn't he? So, by all accounts, what I'm hearing, the likelihood is that – I'm hearing he may be going to them," Shearer disclosed on podcast. "No doubt he's a very, very good player."

According to Fabrizio Romano, Les Parisiens have agreed to sign the Georgian - as reported on Tuesday - and a five-year contract is set to be penned. Although the exact fee remains undisclosed, suggests that the transfer will exceed £60million.

While various sources suggest that Kvaratskhelia will choose Paris over , ex-England defender Micah Richards feels Liverpool can take solace in summer signing Federico Chiesa getting back to action. "I think the more players you can get, the better – [for] the amount of games," Richards said.

"Obviously, they signed Chiesa in the summer. He's been injured and scored the other day. It's nice to see him get a run-out." However, Richards also admitted Liverpool missing out on Kvaratskhelia is a blow, praising the Napoli ace's abilities on the ball.

"I think if you got Kvaratskhelia, that would be a top signing for them," said Richards. "Just the way he dribbles. He's fearless. I wouldn't want him to come to the and not do what he does at Napoli. You know?

"Like every time he gets the ball. We've seen it at the Euros. He faces someone up. He's intelligent as well. He can play in a No. 10 role as well. It's just his feet and movement – everything about him is quality. He's done it at the highest level in the Champions League."

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