Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, the Paris Saint-Germain forward and sixth-place finisher in the 2026 Ballon d’Or, successfully underwent surgery for a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee at the ASPETAR hospital in Doha, Qatar, following an injury sustained against Barcelona in the Champions League.
In Plain English: The Clinical Takeaway
- Surgical Intervention: Kvaratskhelia underwent successful surgery for the rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) of his right knee.
- Rehabilitation Phase: The player has started his rehabilitation process.
- Prognosis Uncertainty: While French media outlets like L’Équipe suggest his current season may be concluded, the club will await the progress of the rehabilitation process before establishing the time necessary for the return of the forward.
Surgical Repair at Aspetar Hospital and Immediate Post-Operative Protocol
The surgical intervention took place at the ASPETAR hospital in Doha, Qatar. Paris Saint-Germain issued a formal statement confirming that the procedure for the ruptured right anterior cruciate ligament was executed with success. The club has not provided precise indications on the duration of the absence nor has it set a date for the return to the field.
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Following the operation, the player has begun a rehabilitation process. The club will await the development of the rehabilitation path before establishing the necessary times for the return of the forward. The medical staff will follow the progress of the Georgian player step by step, evaluating his conditions before establishing the subsequent stages towards the return to the team.
Squad Solidarity and Ongoing Competitive Implications for Paris Saint-Germain
Following a 2-0 victory over Lyon that returned the team of Luis Enrique to the top of the league table, club president Nasser Al-Khelaifi and the teammates of Kvaratskhelia posed in the locker room displaying his jersey alongside the message: “Con te, Kvara!”
The potential loss of the forward—who placed sixth in the 2026 Ballon d’Or—is being monitored by the club as the rehabilitation phase is underway. The exact duration of the recovery window remains to be determined based on the evolution of the rehabilitation process.
Contraindications & When to Consult a Doctor
References
- Paris Saint-Germain Official Club Communications (ASPETAR Hospital, Doha, Qatar)
- L’Équipe
