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Hungry for sport, he grew up to the sound of Formula 1 engines and the exploits of Ronaldinho. Today, with a Master's degree in sports journalism, he no longer misses an F1 Grand Prix or a PSG match, his two passions and specialties.
Author of an excellent first part of the season, Rayan Cherki largely contributed to OL's return to form. A situation which obviously attracts the interest of several clubs, including PSG who tried to recruit him last summer. However, for Emmanuel Petit, it is Manchester City that the young Lyon leader should sign to revive Pep Guardiola's team.
Last summer, Rayan Cherki found himself at the heart of many transfer rumors. The young Lyonnais would have come very close to joining PSG for €15 million, but he ultimately declined hoping for an offer from Borussia Dortmund which never came. Therefore, Cherki stayed atOL where it was initially shelved before being reinstated and extended. Since signing his new contract, he has regained his best level and has largely contributed to Lyon's return to form. But while Les Gones must sell, his name comes up insistently this winter. And for Emmanuel Petit, Manchester City should jump at the opportunity rather than PSG.
Cherki the savior of Manchester City?
« His qualities are very difficult to find currently in modern football. The No. 10s have almost disappeared. He plays a bit old-fashioned, he puts the attackers in orbit, he makes passes that no one sees… It doesn't surprise me that he is watched by big English clubs », blurted out the 1998 world champion at the microphone of Rothen ignites on RMC.
“If I’m City and Guardiola, I’ll take it”
Therefore, Emmanuel Petit greatly hopes that Pep Guardiola will think about recruiting Rayan Cherki in order to relaunch Manchester City who is going through a very complicated period. “ If I'm City and Guardiola, I'll take it. City have difficulties in midfield, in creativity. Cherki could bring an energy, hope and a game that Guardiola really likes », concludes the former playerArsenal.
