Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur are tracking Dinamo Tbilisi's 16-year-old winger Tornike Kvaratskhelia, according to reports in England. However, the Premier League duo face significant competition from Bayern Munich, who have already taken the highly rated Georgian teenager into their academy training setup.
Bayern Munich secure training stint
Bayern Munich sporting director Christoph Freund has confirmed that the young winger is currently training with the German club's under-17 side and has already featured in a friendly match. Speaking to media outlets, Freund stated: "I can confirm that. Saying he's already as good as his outstanding, world-class brother would be going too far, but he's a talented young player, and we'll watch his progress." While reports from Football365 suggest Chelsea and Tottenham are the leading English suitors, Bayern's hands-on trial places the Bundesliga giants in a strong position.
Regulatory obstacles for Premier League suitors
Any transfer to a Premier League side faces immediate regulatory hurdles. Under FIFA rules governing minors from non-EU nations, Kvaratskhelia cannot officially sign a permanent contract with a foreign club until he turns 18. This delays any formal move to England until 2028. Chelsea's interest aligns with their ongoing strategy to recruit elite global youth talent. Meanwhile, Roberto De Zerbi's Tottenham remain vigilant, though both London clubs must watch to see if Bayern Munich attempt to secure a pre-contract agreement before the player reaches draft age.
