Lyon 
RB Leipzig 
- 12 July
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CONFIRMED: Rayan Cherki signs for Man City.
Man City beats RB Leipzig to sign Rayan Cherki. Lyon accepts their €36.5M offer for the midfielder, ending the rumour of Rayan Cherki moving to RB Leipzig.
CONFIRMED: Rayan Cherki signs for Man City
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Rumour report
(Latest update: )Momentum is building for Rayan Cherki's transfer to RB Leipzig, as reports suggest a 78% probability of the deal moving forward. Here is why.
- RB Leipzig has a great talent in the current squad who plays in the same position as Rayan Cherki.
- RB Leipzig has often bought players who are approximately the same age as the current age of Rayan Cherki (21).
- RB Leipzig has often bought players whose potential (FT Skill) is comparable to the potential of Rayan Cherki.
Transfer Logic score:
Pros
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Comparable age to previously attracted players
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Comparable potential to previously attracted players
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Few direct competitors for position (Xavi Simons, Eljif Elmas)
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Not many competitors with higher Potential (Xavi Simons, Xaver Schlager)
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Comparable value to previously attracted players
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Comparable quality to previously attracted players
Cons
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Potential star player in position on team (Xavi Simons, Eljif Elmas)
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Key player as direct competitor (Xavi Simons, Eljif Elmas)
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Some better competitors for position (Xavi Simons, Xaver Schlager)
Alternatives of RB Leipzig
| Skill / pot | Player | Team |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill / pot | Player / Team / Position |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|
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76.4
81.2
|
Morgan Gibbs-White |
 Nottingham
|
€56.2M |
|
75.9
81.0
|
Emile Smith Rowe |
 Fulham
|
€36.8M |
|
75.6
77.5
|
Lucas Paquetá |
 West Ham United
|
€63.1M |
|
75.1
75.1
|
Andreas Pereira |
Fulham
|
€14.6M |
|
74.7
75.6
|
Ademola Lookman |
 Atalanta
|
€47.8M |
|
74.3
74.3
|
Paulo Dybala |
 Roma
|
€4.2M |
|
73.1
78.5
|
Brenden Aaronson |
 Leeds United
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€15.3M |
|
73.0
73.0
|
Marvin Ducksch |
 Werder
|
€3.9M |
Other interesting rumours
| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| James McAtee | 30-06-2025 | Report | |
| Malick Fofana | 18-06-2025 | Report | |
| Xavi Simons | 30-01-2025 | Report | |
| E. Nuamah | 30-08-2024 | Report | |
| Lutsharel Geertruida | 29-08-2024 | Report | |
| António Silva | 29-08-2024 | Report | |
| N. Tagliafico | 27-08-2024 | Report | |
| Mamadou Sarr | 22-08-2024 | Report |
Rayan Cherki
M (CR), AM (C)
Skill: 73.0
Pot: 82.9
Team
Man City
Man City
Contracted Until
30 Jun 30
ETV
€54.3M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€48.9M – €59.7M
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Who is Rayan Cherki?
Rayan Cherki (FRA) is a a shadow striker and currently plays for Man City. Rayan Cherki is 21 years old (2003/08/17) and he is 177cm tall. He prefers both feet. His jersey number is 18. Rayan Cherki has also been used as an advanced playmaker and as a box to box midfielder.
Rayan Cherki's current transfer value is between €48.9M and €59.7M. His last transfer was from Lyon to Man City in 2025. Man City paid Lyon €36.5M for Rayan Cherki.
Rayan Cherki latest transfers and transfer rumours, season statistics and career statistics are available on FootballTransfers.
