US EditionMan City Signs France Playmaker Cherki to Usher in Start of Post-De Bruyne Era
- Manchester City completed the transfer of 21-year-old French international Rayan Cherki from Lyon on Tuesday ahead of the Club World Cup.
- The club paid around £30 million up front with an additional £5 million in add-ons, following the release of long-time star Kevin De Bruyne.
- Cherki, a versatile attacking midfielder and winger, scored 12 goals and provided 20 assists last season and will join the squad preparing to fly to Miami on Thursday.
- Cherki expressed that signing with Manchester City represents a significant and exciting milestone in his career, while director Hugo Viana described him as a promising talent destined for world-class status.
- The signing signals a transition as Manchester City aims to rejuvenate its midfield after De Bruyne’s departure and compete strongly in the Club World Cup starting June 18.
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Young French midfielder Rayan Cherki has expressed his excitement at joining Manchester City in time for the Club World Cup...
DECRYPTAGE - Promised to a bright future from a young age, Rayan Cherki has found a club that meets his ambition this summer. Under the orders of Pep Guardiola, he could have a big role to play next season.
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RAYAN CHERKI believes his “dream” move to Manchester City gives him the perfect platform to shine. The 21-year-old France international becomes Pep Guardiola’s third capture of the summer after moving from Lyon. GettyRayan Cherki completed his £35m transfer to Manchester City[/caption] AFPHe made his first two caps for France in the Nations League but will team up with the Citizens for the Club World Cup[/caption] City will pay around £30million…
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