Lyon attacking midfielder Rayan Cherki reportedly wants to join Mauricio Pochettino’s Chelsea.
According to TEAMtalk, Chelsea are interested in signing Rayan Cherki from Lyon in the summer transfer window.
The report has claimed that Chelsea have already held talks in regard to bringing the playmaker to Stamford Bridge this summer.
The 19-year-old, who can operate as an attacking midfielder or as a winger, himself wants to move Chelsea and join his former Lyon teammate Malo Gusto at the former Premier League and UEFA Champions League winners, according to the report.
The France Under-21 international made 21 starts and 13 substitute appearances in Ligue 1 for Lyon last season.
Cherki scored four goals and gave six assists in those matches.
Should Lyon star Rayan Cherki move to Chelsea?
In our opinion, Rayan Cherki should be careful in regard to a move to Chelsea from Lyon in the summer transfer window.
Now, we have no doubt that leaving Lyon for Chelsea would be a step up for the French playmaker.
However, the teenager has to ask whether he would get enough playing time at Chelsea to develop and progress as a footballer.
At Lyon, Cherki plays regularly.
Chelsea had a terrible season in 2022-23, and new head coach Mauricio Pochettino will be expected to get it sorted straightaway.
Of course, we know that Pochettino gives young and talented players chances, but Chelsea are a hugely demanding club, and Cherki might not be afforded enough patience.
We do not think that Cherki should force a move to Chelsea and must consider all his options carefully before making a final decision.
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