What if this summer 2025 was that of the turning point in Rayan Cherki's career? Convened for the first time in the French team by Didier Deschamps on the occasion of the Final Four of the League of Nations, the attacking midfielder also changes clubs, and large. At 21 and after 6 years in the first team, he left the Gones to fly towards Manchester City. The transfer, estimated around € 40 million according to our information, has just been formalized by the two directions.
“”Manchester City finalized the signature of Rayan Cherki from Olympique Lyonnais. The 21 -year -old attacking midfielder signed a five -year contract, which maintains it at ETIHAD Stadium until the summer of 2030Inform the press release. Cherki, who was also in the viewfinder of Liverpool, finally signed for 5 years in favor of the Cityzens and took a big step in his young career, he who comes out of a big season in Ligue 1 (30 games, 8 goals and 11 assists) which has earned him his presence in the typical team, but also the title of best passer (it is also in the Europa League, note) and best dribbler.
Cherki faced with very big competition
Building on this acquired confidence, the playmaker will have the opportunity to confirm at the highest level, but the task is not simple. By signing on the side of Manchester City, he faces a completely different competition. In addition to the arrival of the other recruit in the midfield, Tijjani Reijnders, the French will have to fight to offer the maximum of playing time. Admittedly, Kevin de Bruyne has left but there are many talents capable of evolving in the axis and on the wings.
Pep Guardiola is betting on Cherki's talent to relaunch his team. This comes out of a very complicated season, finally concluded that a 3rd place in the almost unexpected Premier League. The qualification in the Champions League was a time in danger. The new recruit will be able to “discover” the flagship competition which he has almost never played (2 appearances in 2019/2020) and confirm that he has indeed taken another dimension. His departure will also allow OL to bail out boxes that need it.
