Rayan Cherki’s future at Olympique Lyon is at stake. Premier League clubs Chelsea and West Ham United are keeping an eye on the 20-year-old attacking midfielder’s situation.
Cherki, who emerged from Lyon’s youth team, has had ups and downs in his recent form which is a cause for concern at the French club. With his contract expiring in the summer of 2025, Lyon could consider an exit in the upcoming winter transfer window.
Although Cherki burst onto the football scene with outstanding performances, his current form and remaining contract term have sparked speculation about a possible exit. Lyon will look to extend his contract, but if they cannot reach an agreement they could consider a sale and set an initial price of around €20 million.
Cherki, the pearl that everyone has their sights on
Both Chelsea and West Ham United expressed interest in Cherki last summer, although no contracts had been finalized at the time. With the youngster’s future at stake, both Premier League clubs could reignite their interest in the next market.
Chelsea, known for its focus on young talent, sees Cherki as a valuable addition. Meanwhile, West Ham are looking for more creativity in their squad under David Moyes and the France youth international could be the answer to their needs.
With over 100 appearances and 30 goals for Lyon since his promotion to the first team in 2020, Cherki represents a promising investment opportunity for interested clubs. The upcoming transfer window could be crucial to the talented midfielder’s fate, with Chelsea and West Ham leading the queue to secure his services.