Rayan Cherki, young star of Olympique de Lyon, is regaining his best form in Ligue 1, establishing himself as one of the most promising figures in European football. At just 21 years old, the attacking midfielder has showcased a talent that has not gone unnoticed by top clubs. Among them, Real Madrid stands out, reportedly showing renewed interest in the player after his recent performances, as reported by French media.
Real Madrid's interest in Cherki is not new. During Zinedine Zidane's tenure as coach, the manager recommended his signing after being impressed by his technical quality and vision of the game. Although the deal did not materialize at that time, the football maturity the player has achieved in recent seasons could open the doors to the Santiago Bernabéu.
Zidane had already wanted to sign him for Real Madrid
Cherki has recently been called up to the French U-21 national team, reflecting his progress. Although his contract with Lyon includes an automatic renewal clause next summer, the winter transfer market will be crucial for his future. According to 'L'Equipe', Paris Saint-Germain is also interested, but the attacking midfielder seems to dream of a different destination: making the leap to the Premier League with Liverpool or wearing the Real Madrid jersey.
Real Madrid is seeking quality reinforcements to continue enhancing its squad for the future, and Cherki would fit perfectly into this project. His ability to unbalance in one-on-one situations, combined with his skill to link up in tight spaces, makes him a very attractive profile for Europe's elite clubs.
We will have to wait for the next transfer window to see if Real Madrid decides to bet on this talent that, years ago, had already captivated Zidane and is now back on the radar of Europe's most decorated club.
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