Liverpool and Chelsea have reportedly shown a desire to move for Lyon star Rayan Cherki amid the Ligue 1 club’s major financial problems.
The stylish Frenchman is a top talent who has excelled in his time in Ligue 1, although he has occasionally suffered off-pitch problems and inconsistency with his performances.
Cherki could now be an obvious player targeted by bigger clubs amid Lyon’s struggles, with ESPN and others reporting the club’s provisional relegation.
according to filesLiverpool and Chelsea are both interested in swooping for Cherki from Lyon in a deal potentially worth €20m, although OL will of course push for more.
Rayan Cherki transfer: Liverpool and Chelsea worth betting on?
Cherki may not be the easiest character to work withbut if a coach can keep him happy, he could be an excellent addition to any attack.
The 21-year-old could have a huge future in the game if he can stay focused and committed to what he’s doing, and looks very much like an ideal long-term successor to Eden Hazard at Stamford Bridge.
There are a lot of similarities between the way they play, and CFC fans will no doubt be excited to have someone with that kind of talent back on the pitch, as they haven’t had such a club icon for a long time.
Liverpool, meanwhile, will be keen to bring in reinforcements amid some uncertainty over star striker Mohamed Salah, who is set to be out of contract next summer.
The Egypt international isn’t getting any younger, so he could be tempted by a fresh start elsewhere in the final years of his career.
Cherki could provide a similar spark in LFC’s attack if he does join, so it will certainly be an interesting saga to keep an eye on, especially if Lyon end up relegated.
