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Man 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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A BOLA broke the news in Lisbon, Portugal on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.
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