Rayan Cherki’s cash response on PSG

Like Kylian Mbappé, Rayan Cherki certainly does not like being told about age. Precocious, the native of Lyon has always shone in the youth categories. Both OL and the Rhone supporters, who commented on each of the matches when he was only 15, were convinced that he was a phenomenon and the future star of OL. Present in the professional group since the 2019-20 season, he had to wait before really having his chance. And it was Laurent Blanc who gave it to him.

The tricolor technician listened to the footballer born in 2003, who wanted to evolve to his best position as a playmaker. And the Cévénol was right to trust him. Since the return of the truce linked to the World Cup, Cherki has settled in the Lyon eleven. He even did more than that by becoming one of the essential parts of the Rhone workforce. A powerful starter (9 times in OL’s last 10 matches in all competitions), he brings creativity offensively. His understanding with Alexandre Lacazette is also a strength.

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He also delivered a decisive pass to his captain on Sunday evening on the opener against Lens (1-0, 23rd). Despite the opposing equalizer, Cherki manhandled the Lensois with his above-average gestures and technique. Then he managed to offer the victory to his team. Served by Maxence Caqueret, in great shape, he scored a nice goal. His third in a row in three matches and the fourth of the season. The Frenchman, applauded when he left in the 80th minute (replaced by Lepenant) took care of his statistics.

At 19 years and 5 months, he became the youngest player to score in 3 consecutive games with OL since Fleury Di Nallo (18 years and 8 months) on January 14, 1962. He also scored his 13th goal with the ‘OL in official competition, doing better than a certain Karim Benzema (19 years and 7 months) at his age. A beautiful evening therefore for Rayan Cherki, more and more decisive. The young man born in 2003 ended the day by coming to speak to journalists in the mixed zone. He spoke of his good pass. We try to work all week so that it pays off on the weekends. It’s done. I hope it will continue like this and that we will go up the slope.

The Lyonnais evokes the interest of PSG

He added : “Regarding me, nothing in particular happened. I have the confidence of the coach and my teammates. I feel good, I work and recover well. When all of these things come together, you can only do good things.” Laurent Blanc has also positioned him in the position he loves. “I play in the position that helps me and the team. I think it shows and I hope to continue like this. » Subsequently, he spoke of his beautiful relationship with Alexandre Lacazette. “We have a relationship that goes beyond football quite simply. We like each other, we get along well. So it shows on the field. He plays for me and I play for him. As long as it’s good for the team, we hope it will continue like this for as long as possible.

Finally, he couldn’t dodge questions regarding Paris Saint-Germain’s interest. “You took me a bit of a lesson (smile). I’m joking. I just experienced it. I am not someone who necessarily watches social networks, who listens to what is said on television. I’m doing my little bit. When it’s time to talk about that, we’ll talk about that.” Rayan Cherki prefers to talk on the pitch. And we can say that he brings the best answers by chaining quality performances and decisive gestures.