Kvaratskhelia pictured with Al-Khelaifi after cruciate ligament operation

Published on: 28 October 2026
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Paris Saint-Germain owner Nasser Al-Khelaifi has offered his support to Georgia midfielder Khvicha Kvaratskhelia following surgery on his injured knee.

The pair were pictured together in a hospital room, with the image shared by journalist Fabrizio Romano.

Kvaratskhelia suffered a cruciate ligament rupture during Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League match on 20 October. The French side won the game 4-2.

The 59th minute saw the footballer forced to leave the pitch with assistance from members of the club’s medical staff.

The injury came during a significant period for Kvaratskhelia, who finished sixth in the voting to determine the Ballon d'Or winner on 26 October. The award went to Harry Kane.

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