“Are they going to stay this winter? I think so”replied Pierre Sage at the microphone of DAZN after the draw (1-1) conceded in Reims on Saturday November 23 regarding Rayan Cherki and Malick Fofana. “You're not sure?” »insisted the journalist from the British platform, to which the Lyon coach mischievously replied: “I'm sure I think so.” »
Lyon supporters will have to be content with this answer to find out more about the future of the two nuggets, whose future in Lyon is uncertain.
Cherki tracked by Liverpool
In sparkling form, Rayan Cherki was the only Lyon scorer against Reims and his performance is part of his very good dynamic, confirmed with the Bleuets where he was the strong man of the last international break.
Under contract with OL until 2026, Rayan Cherki is being courted in Europe, notably by Liverpool. Given the club's financial difficulties, a winter transfer could be a solution for Les Gones. But according to Pierre Sage, the trend is not a departure.
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OL should also keep Malick Fofana. The 19-year-old Belgian has had a very good start to the season with 5 goals and 2 assists in 16 matches in all competitions. He is linked to the Rhône club until June 2028 while his market value is estimated at 15 million euros.
