Manchester City are readying a move for Napoli sensation Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Kvaratskhelia has a growing band of admirers after a stellar first three months in Italy, with Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain among them.
Now City are taking a keen interest – and the Kvaratskhelia has an affection for them because of Georgi Kinkladze, who is a cult figure for his unforgettable spell there in the 1990s, says The Sun.
The Georgian international, who can play anywhere across the front three, was a key man in Napoli's 4-1 Champions League thrashing of Liverpool.
Despite signing him on a five-year contract, Napoli are desperate to give him an improved deal, so they can insert a £65m buy-out clause.
But Kvaratskhelia, who has hit seven goals already, has so far been reluctant to agree and wants to weigh up his options.
And City hope that if they do choose to firm up their interest, Kinkladze's links with them will put them in pole position.
Kinky, as he was dubbed by fans, still keeps in touch with his old club and believes his fellow countryman has what it takes to thrive in England.