Paris Saint-Germain star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has reacted after rupturing the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee, saying he was not prepared for the setback.

New Telegraph had earlier reported that Kvaratskhelia ⁠will undergo surgery after rupturing the anterior cruciate ⁠ligament in ⁠his ​right knee in the Champions League win over ⁠Barcelona.

Kvaratskhelia twisted ⁠the knee during PSG’s 4-2 ​victory on ‌Tuesday and was ‌helped off the pitch just ‌before the hour, with the Georgian unable to put any weight on his right leg.

In a statement posted on his social media page, Kvaratskhelia was left questioning how he had been so unfortunate.

“Why me? I was not ready for this.

“Many people have asked me questions about this setback; many have said that if all the footballers in the world prayed, the match would end in a draw.

“That might be true, but before every match I play, I ask God to leave the field unscathed, but in vain.”

“It hasn’t been long, but it’s still in my head – why me, actually? I’ve never missed anything, probably prepared for this game the best I’ve ever prepared.”

“That might be true, but before every match I play, I ask God to leave the field unscathed, but in vain.”

“It hasn’t been long, but it’s still in my head – why me, actually? I’ve never missed anything, probably prepared for this game the best I’ve ever prepared.”

The winger said he had always prayed to finish matches without injury but admitted that his prayers did not prevent the setback.

“I thought I was prepared for everything, but no, and I realise that God has chosen me and if I was protecting the players on another field, I’m ready to go through these months of work, pain, and tears.

Despite the disappointment, the 25-year-old expressed his readiness to face the difficult months of rehabilitation ahead, describing the period as one that would involve hard work, pain and tears.

The PSG forward also vowed to return stronger, thanking supporters for standing by him during the difficult period.

“I know I have to come back stronger for my people who always support me. I won’t let you down; I promise I won’t waste a second. Thank you all for your support, see you soon.”

PSG previously confirmed that the winger would undergo surgery in the coming days following the ACL rupture.