Chelsea are reportedly set to submit a bid for Olympique Lyonnais wonderkid, Rayan Cherki in the summer transfer window.
According to ESPN, the French player has been on the Blues’ radar for some time. He is one of their top targets as they attempt to find a replacement for Pulisic, who is close to joining AC Milan.
The 19-year-old is a Lyon-born and graduate of the team’s development academy. He is currently under contract with the French side through June 2025.
In January, Lyon turned down a bid from Paris Saint-Germain for Cherki. The club will most likely be forced to contemplate selling players in order to raise money for summer recruits due to its financial difficulties. And their need to adhere to French financial fair play standards.
The teenage star can play in a number of attacking positions, including winger, second striker, No. 10, and even false 9.
Chelsea scouts are impressive with his recent exploits with the French national team at the UEFA Under-21 European Championship. Despite France’s devastating quarterfinal loss to Ukraine.
The arrival of Malo Gusto at Stamford Bridge in January aided in the amicable development of ties between Chelsea and Lyon. This connection might make it easier for the two teams to negotiate the deal for Cherki.
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Chelsea are still on a buying spree as they try to restructure their team under the direction of Mauricio Pochettino. They are reportedly interested in Brighton’s Moises Caicedo. Also, Juventus forward, Dusan Vlahovic has been linked with the club.
Nevertheless, their interest in Cherki suggests that it might be another lengthy summer at Stamford Bridge. As they attempt to assemble a strong team to once again establish themselves as title contenders.
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