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Georgiy GakhokidzeGeorgian football player, football agent
Date of Birth: 05.11.1975
Country:  Georgia |
Content:
- Georgian Footballer and Agent: The Journey of Giorgi Gakhokidze
- Aspiring for Greatness in Russia and Beyond
- Finding Success at PSV and Twente
- A Potential Move to Russia and Beyond
- Ending his Playing Career
- A New Role as an Agent
- Career Highlights
Georgian Footballer and Agent: The Journey of Giorgi Gakhokidze
Born in Georgia, Giorgi Gakhokidze embarked on his footballing journey with Metallurg Rustavi. His talent caught the attention of giants Dinamo Tbilisi, who invited him for a season. However, he did not feature for the first team and moved on to Kolheti-1913.
Aspiring for Greatness in Russia and Beyond
In 1997, Gakhokidze sought new challenges in Russia, joining Alania. After two seasons, he was acquired by Dutch giants PSV Eindhoven in 1998. However, his time there was unsuccessful. In 1999, he was loaned to Maccabi Haifa in Israel, returning to PSV the following season.
Finding Success at PSV and Twente
In the 2001/02 campaign, Gakhokidze finally established himself as a key player for PSV, winning a silver medal in the Eredivisie. Seeking more playing time, he joined Twente in 2004.
A Potential Move to Russia and Beyond
Gakhokidze was set to move to Russian club Krylia Sovetov, but negotiations fell through. He then moved to Metalurh Donetsk in Ukraine, but a chronic leg injury limited his appearances. In 2005, he returned to Twente but played only 19 games over two years due to the injury.
Ending his Playing Career
On December 29, 2006, Gakhokidze mutually terminated his contract with Twente and retired from professional football.
A New Role as an Agent
Post-retirement, Gakhokidze became a football agent, representing Georgian international Levan Kobiasvhili.
Career Highlights
Silver medal, Eredivisie (2002)Silver medal, Israeli Premier League (1999/00)
Silver medal, Georgian League (1997)
