1998 world champion and winner of Euro 2000 with the Blues, of which he was also the coach between 2010 and 2012, Laurent Blanc will inevitably have one eye on the next match of the French selection. The latter hosts Ukraine this Thursday at the Stade de France, a decisive meeting with a view to qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.
The Cévenol will undoubtedly be particularly attentive to the performance of its player on the Lyon side, Rayan Cherki, announced as the starter for the reception of the Ukrainians. On the sidelines of the match, the former Al-Ittihad coach was full of praise for the 21-year-old attacking midfielder, recruited by Manchester City last summer.
“ I don’t know where it comes from (his talent, editor’s note), if it’s from the street, if it’s innate, but he’s full of talent. I can assure you that there aren’t many players like him. It’s a rare gem. In the media world, you’re talking about a nugget, Rayan, that’s it”released Laurent Blanc to The Team.
White on Cherki: “His gift and genius make him a rare player”
“ Due to his talent, his ease, he does not put pressure on himselfcontinued the “President”. The love of the game keeps him away from any form of pressure. He’s a lover of the game, he has it in him. Even if it gave him pleasure, it could sometimes result in defeat. (…) He must have this freedom. Yes, you have to play it. With Rayan, you will always have more chances of winning than the other way around. »
And to conclude: “IThere are no technical limits. Its limits will be more tactical and physical. Physically, I had the pleasure of seeing him again recently, he has changed and for the better. He is in the world of big people, very big people. If he adapts tactically, he will have a lot of advantages. His gift and genius make him a rare player. He needs to find the coach who trusts him. And I think he has it. » Cherki will appreciate it.
