Manchester City have initiated talks with Olympique Lyonnais to secure the signature of 21-year-old attacking midfielder Rayan Cherki, offering a contract until 2030, according to Nicolo Schira.
Cherki, who confirmed his departure from Lyon after a 2-0 win over Angers, boasts 12 goals and 20 assists in 44 matches this season. With a reported €22.5 million – 40 million release clause, City aim to outpace rivals Liverpool, Manchester United, and Atalanta to bolster their midfield post-Kevin De Bruyne’s exit to Napoli.
Pep Guardiola, having personally spoken with Cherki, sees him as a key No. 10, with Lyon seeking €40 million to aid financial recovery. City’s swift move targets a deal before the FIFA Club World Cup.
