Rayan Cherki of Olympique Lyonnais has attracted the attention of several top European clubs this summer, including Paris Saint-Germain, Liverpool, and Tottenham Hotspur. Although one report suggested that PSG might have dropped out of the race, the situation could be different than it appears.
Borussia Dortmund has been leading the race for his signature, with reports last month indicating that personal terms had already been agreed upon. However, RB Leipzig is also interested in Cherki as a potential replacement for Dani Olmo, who moved to FC Barcelona.
L’Equipe previously suggested that the arrival of another player would likely rule out Cherki joining Dortmund. But recent updates suggest that this may not be the case.
Foot Mercato reports that in the past few hours, PSG have revived its interest in Cherki. Manager Luis Enrique and sporting advisor Luís Campos are keen on him, with the Spanish manager explicitly looking for another creative player, and Cherki seems to be a perfect fit.
🚨🇫🇷| JUST IN: PSG has revived their interest in Rayan Cherki in the last few hours, both Luis Enrique and Luís Campos like him.
Luis Enrique wants an additional creative player, and Cherki fits the bill. @Djaameel_, @Santi_J_FM pic.twitter.com/POLYhTIxnJ
— PSG Report (@PSG_Report) August 15, 2024
Moreover, L’Equipe has confirmed that PSG has reignited their interest in Cherki, with Luis Enrique keen on signing him. However, the deal is proving tricky due to the strained relationship between Nasser Al-Khelaïfi and John Textor, making negotiations challenging. Despite this, Cherki is still very eager to join PSG.
PSG indeed revived their interest in Rayan Cherki as Luis Enrique wants him but it’s still a difficult deal. Relations between Nasser Al-Khelaïfi & John Textor are frosty & they aren’t on speaking terms: negotiations won’t be easy. Cherki remains very keen to join PSG. @Tanziloic pic.twitter.com/Gd9a9rBp2l
— PSG Report (@PSG_Report) August 15, 2024
Nonetheless, there’s conflicting information on this front, too, as Onze Mondial reports that Cherki might finally make his move to the Premier League after previous transfers to Dortmund and PSG fell through.
🚨 Rayan Cherki could finally head to the Premier League after moves to Dortmund and PSG haven't materialised! 😳🇫🇷
(Source: @OnzeMondial) pic.twitter.com/5g1dRbaPco
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) August 15, 2024
If Premier League clubs revisit this file, it could allow Cherki to showcase his talent abroad, especially after he finished the season with three goals and nine assists in 39 matches across all competitions.
