Overview
- Rayan Cherki has officially announced his intention to leave Lyon during the upcoming summer transfer window.
- The 21-year-old forward recorded 12 goals and 20 assists in 44 appearances for Lyon this season, solidifying his status as one of Europe's top young talents.
- Cherki's €22.5 million release clause has attracted interest from Premier League clubs like Manchester United, Liverpool, and Manchester City, as well as Borussia Dortmund and AC Milan.
- Thierry Henry, his former France Under-21 coach, emphasized the need for a tough love coaching approach to improve Cherki's defensive contributions.
- Cherki has also excelled internationally, scoring 13 goals in 23 games for France Under-21s, with a senior national team call-up anticipated this summer.