Tag: Rayan Cherki

Guardiola Admits Bad Selection After Manchester City Drop Points at West Ham

Pep Guardiola
March 2026

Pep Guardiola admitted he got his selection wrong after Manchester City were held by West Ham, a result that left them nine points off the league leaders. The manager said the starting setup lacked balance and accepted criticism over leaving Rayan Cherki on the bench. City started with Antoine Semenyo and Omar Marmoush supporting Erling Haaland, but the attack failed to find rhythm or enough creativity. After Cherki, Phil Foden and Jeremy Doku entered, City improved, and Guardiola later said his fear of losing stability had led to the wrong call.

Haaland Wants Late Cherki Goal Given Instead of Szoboszlai Red Card

Erling Haaland
January 2026

Erling Haaland criticised the late VAR decision that disallowed Rayan Cherki’s stoppage-time goal at Anfield and instead sent off Dominik Szoboszlai, arguing officials should have allowed the goal rather than issuing a three-match ban. With Liverpool pushing forward, Cherki released Haaland through on goal. Szoboszlai pulled Haaland back, Haaland then pulled Szoboszlai as the ball trickled in. VAR ruled the goal out for Haaland’s foul and dismissed Szoboszlai for denying a clear chance earlier in the move. Haaland said he felt bad for Szoboszlai and preferred the goal to stand.

Evra Mocks Cherki After Derby Comments Backfire in United Loss

Rayan Cherki
January 2026

Evra called out Cherki for disrespecting United after Cherki’s earlier quote about wanting to “kill” United resurfaced following City’s derby defeat. Cherki started on the bench and came on at half-time, but had no meaningful impact as United controlled the game; Evra posted a pointed response online, tying the loss to Cherki’s pre-match bravado.

Arteta vows Arsenal will fight City to the finish after title-race response

Mikel Arteta
December 2025

City briefly went top after a late Cherki winner at Forest, but Arsenal reclaimed first place by edging Brighton 2-1, with Odegaard’s early strike and a Rutter own goal enough despite Gomez pulling one back to set up a nervous finish at the Emirates. Arteta admitted feeling “hacked off” by last season’s home draw with Brighton but praised his side’s resilience despite another unconvincing display. He insisted Arsenal are ready to push City all the way, treating routine-looking games as must-win tests in a title race decided by tiny margins.

Rayan Cherki Screamer And Haaland Tribute Light Up City’s Cup Win

Rayan Cherki
December 2025

Cherki opened the scoring with a vicious strike from the edge of the box, chesting down a loose clearance before smashing into the roof of the net. He then marked the moment by mimicking Haaland’s meditation celebration, underlining his growing confidence since arriving from Lyon in the summer. The French playmaker now has four goal contributions in his last four games, including a rabona-assist for Foden against Sunderland. Guardiola has praised his personality and decision-making in tight areas, even likening aspects of his final-third craft to Messi while stressing that Cherki’s special talent must always be built on simple, reliable basics.

Mbappé hails Cherki’s “spectacular” start at Manchester City

Rayan Cherki
November 2025

After an injury-delayed start, Cherki has begun contributing regularly for City and rejoined France. Mbappé praised his innate creativity, smooth integration, and growing chemistry with Erling Haaland, urging consistency as competitive minutes rise across league and Europe. Cherki’s recent run — goals, assists, and improved off-ball work — reflects adaptation to Guardiola’s demands. France staff will manage load while encouraging decisive actions in the final third, aiming to translate club rhythm into national-team productivity ahead of qualifiers.

Man City Sign Cherki for £34m Ahead of Club World Cup

Rayan Cherki (Lyon > Manchester City)
June 2025

Manchester City have signed French midfielder Rayan Cherki for £34m on a five-year deal, with the 21-year-old set to feature at the Club World Cup.
Cherki joins after a strong season at Lyon, where he tallied 12 goals and 20 assists. He made his France debut last week, scoring and assisting vs. Spain.

Man City Agree £34m Deal for Lyon’s Rayan Cherki

Rayan Cherki (Lyon)
June 2025

Manchester City have reached a £34m (€40m) agreement with Lyon to sign 20-year-old attacking midfielder Rayan Cherki, aiming to finalize the move ahead of the Club World Cup registration deadline.
City are fast-tracking medical and personal terms to register Cherki in time. The French talent is expected to bolster City’s creative depth as they continue reshaping the squad for the new campaign.

Man City in Talks with Lyon’s Rayan Cherki

Rayan Cherki (Lyon)
Summer 2025 transfer window

Manchester City are progressing toward a verbal agreement with Lyon’s Rayan Cherki. While no formal offer has been submitted yet, City are expected to act swiftly once final details are clarified.
Cherki is open to joining Pep Guardiola’s squad, and negotiations with his representatives are ongoing. With Lyon open to selling, City are preparing an official bid within days to secure the creative forward.

Rayan Cherki Confirms Lyon Exit on Free Transfer

Rayan Cherki (Lyon)
Announced after Lyon’s 2-0 win over Angers on Saturday

Cherki has confirmed he will leave Lyon this summer as a free agent, ending speculation over his future. The 21-year-old has contributed 12 goals and 20 assists this season.
With his contract expiring, Cherki is now free to negotiate with interested clubs, with several Premier League sides already linked to the French midfielder.

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