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Rayan Cherki x Lamine Yamal? 'Insane' Barcelona attack mooted as Man City star is told he can emulate fellow entertainers Ronaldinho & Lionel Messi at Camp Nou

Barcelona love an entertaining playmaker - having seen Diego Maradona, Ronaldinho and Lionel Messi grace their books - and Frank Leboeuf has...

4 DAYS AGO • goal

Rayan Cherki x Lamine Yamal? 'Insane' Barcelona attack mooted as Man City star is told he can emulate fellow entertainers Ronaldinho & Lionel Messi at Camp Nou

'Working with Pep Guardiola can make you or break you' - Rayan Cherki tipped to become another Kevin De Bruyne for Man City after learning from demanding coach

Manchester City star Rayan Cherki is being tipped to reach the world-class levels of Kevin De Bruyne after successfully navigating the inten...

JUNE 8 • goal

'Working with Pep Guardiola can make you or break you' - Rayan Cherki tipped to become another Kevin De Bruyne for Man City after learning from demanding coach

Stu holden and Maurice Edu discuss Rayan Cherki's potential to breakout this FIFA World Cup

Stu holden and Maurice Edu discuss Rayan Cherki's potential to breakout this FIFA World Cup

JUNE 5 • FOX SPORTS

Will start from bench Cherki is slated to start from the bench for France at the 2026 World Cup, according to the Touchline.

Impact Cherki has been on a great run this season after joining Manchester City, bagging four goals and 12 assists in 33 appearances as he proved to be their clear playmaker. He has continued this success in a few friendlies with France as well, showing he can produce on the international stage. However, in such a stacked attack for the French squad, he will not be given a starting role and instead will be introduced from the bench. There are still going to be minutes later in matches available for the attacker and potentially a start in the third group stage match, although he seems to be set for limited minutes as of now. This is a major blow to his World Cup expectations, as he is one of the most elusive and fun players to watch in the world.

JUNE 5 • ROTOWIRE

France vs. Ivory Coast Quick Highlights 🇫🇷🇨🇮 | International Friendly

France vs. Ivory Coast Quick Highlights 🇫🇷🇨🇮 | International Friendly

JUNE 4 • FOX SPORTS

Rayan Cherki slots it past the goalkeeper to give France 1-0 lead over Ivory Coast

Rayan Cherki slots it past the goalkeeper to give France 1-0 lead over Ivory Coast

JUNE 4 • FOX SPORTS

Rayan Cherki's magical skills could be just what France needs in tight games at the World Cup

Rayan Cherki is a standout player for France at the World Cup

JUNE 1 • Associated Press

Harry Kane, Erling Haaland and the top 10 Golden Boot contenders at the 2026 World Cup - ranked

After years of build-up, the 2026 World Cup is almost upon us. The best players in the world are beginning to descend on the United States,...

JUNE 1 • goal

Harry Kane, Erling Haaland and the top 10 Golden Boot contenders at the 2026 World Cup - ranked

Ready to shine on biggest stage Cherki has been named in France's World Cup squad and heads into his first senior World Cup as one of the most exciting young talents in European football.

Impact Cherki wraps up the campaign having firmly announced himself as one of the most gifted players of his generation with Manchester City, blending elite technical quality with a level of creativity and flair that clearly separates him from his peers. The prodigious attacker adds an unpredictable spark to France's attack, a potential game-breaker against well-drilled, low-block opponents, and manager Didier Deschamps will likely lean on him as a weapon to unlock tight defenses whenever the game calls for something different. He heads into the tournament with the sense that the World Cup stage could be the perfect launchpad to introduce himself to the world in full force and start shaping a legacy worthy of his rare talent, whether coming off the bench or operating as a No. 10. Cherki finished his first season with the Citizens with seven goals and 15 assists alongside 84 chances created in 47 appearances (27 starts) across all competitions, and he arrives at the World Cup carrying that fearless, free-flowing mentality with the intent to play his game and bring joy to those around him on the pitch.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Man City To Name Enzo Maresca As Pep Guardiola's Successor On Three-Year Deal

Former Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has reportedly finalized a three-year contract to succeed Pep Guardiola at Manchester City.

MAY 26 • FOX SPORTS

Man City To Name Enzo Maresca As Pep Guardiola's Successor On Three-Year Deal

Bruno Fernandes, Nico O'Reilly Earn End Of Season Player Honors

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes and Manchester City's versatile academy graduate Nico O'Reilly earned of the season honors.

MAY 23 • FOX SPORTS

Bruno Fernandes, Nico O'Reilly Earn End Of Season Player Honors

Five crosses off bench Cherki had one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Tuesday's 1-1 draw versus AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Cherki was not in the starting XI Tuesday in a questionable move with a possible title on the line, as Mateo Kovacic was given the start instead. He would be introduced with 34 minutes to play and looked to be his regular self, a skillful and elegant attacker. He would earn a shot and five crosses, unable to add to his goal contribution tally.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Assist off bench Cherki assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-0 win versus Crystal Palace.

Impact Cherki was given a bit of rest against Palace before he featured in the 79th minute. He would do well in the short time on the pitch, earning an assist on Savinho's 84th-minute goal, his second assist in three games. The French winger remains with the second most assists in the Premier League this season, despite only starting in 19 games, earning four goals and 12 assists.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Manchester City keeps the pressure on Arsenal with 3-0 win against Crystal Palace

The Premier League title race is not over yet

MAY 13 • Associated Press

Why are Rayan Cherki, Jeremy Doku not starting today for Man City vs Crystal Palace in 2025-26 Premier League? Manchester City host Crystal Palace in a key 2025–26 Premier League clash without Rayan Cherki and Jeremy Doku in the starting lineup.

MAY 13 • BOLAVIP.COM

Records assist Cherki assisted once to go with four shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Monday's 3-3 draw against Everton.

Impact Cherki took a break from earning a goal contribution but was back with an assist Monday, finding Jeremy Doku in the 43rd minute. This comes while he also earned two chances created, three crosses and four shots, a productive match all around. The attacker is up to four goals and 11 assists in 29 appearances (18 starts) this campaign.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

"He can do everything!" - LaLiga star explains why he believes Man City's Rayan Cherki is better than Barcelona star Lamine Yamal LaLiga star Georges Mikautadze has claimed that Manchester City star Rayan Cherki is better than Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal.

APRIL 24 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Eight shots, no goal Cherki registered eight shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 1-0 win versus Burnley.

Impact Cherki was all over the field as he tried to make more happen for City, but was unable to get his name on the scoresheet, as the attacker instead failed to score on eight shots. He would come very close in the first half, although a magnificent save by Martin Dubravka kept the ball out. This does mark a season high for shots in a match for the attacker, although he needs to be a bit more clinical in front of the net.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Man City top of Premier League as Haaland's winner relegates Burnley

Manchester City has completed its ominous, late-season rise to the top of the Premier League

APRIL 22 • Associated Press

'He can do everything!' - Man City sensation Rayan Cherki is 'better' than Lamine Yamal, claims La Liga star

Manchester City star Rayan Cherki has received the ultimate praise from a peer, with Villarreal forward Georges Mikautadze claiming the Fren...

APRIL 22 • goal

'He can do everything!' - Man City sensation Rayan Cherki is 'better' than Lamine Yamal, claims La Liga star

$1 Billion Attack? France Boasts Scoring Depth Other World Cup Teams Only Dream Of

France will have rich depth in attack at the World Cup.

APRIL 20 • FOX SPORTS

$1 Billion Attack? France Boasts Scoring Depth Other World Cup Teams Only Dream Of

Scores opener Cherki scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Arsenal.

Impact Cherki had a moment of brilliance Sunday that would net the first goal of the game, waltzing through defenders to find the back of the net in the 16th minute. His success continues as he finds his way back into the starting XI, with four goal contributions since his return to the starting XI four games ago. When the attacker is on the field, he seems to be one of the best in the world, although much of his production this season has depended on whether he is in the starting XI, with the discipline and professionalism of the French skiller still in question at times.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

'MAGIC!': Rayan Cherki dances through Arsenal to give Man City lead | Premier League

APRIL 19 • YOUTUBE

Donnarumma mistake gifts Arsenal goal but doesn't cost Man City in Premier League title showdown

In the end Gianluigi Donnarumma's huge mistake didn't cost Manchester City

APRIL 19 • Associated Press

Arsenal player ratings vs Man City: The bottle-job is on! Gabriel gets monstered by Erling Haaland as Gunners' grip on Premier League title race evaporates

Arsenal's title hopes suffered another massive hit as Erling Haaland's second-half goal settled Sunday's titanic Premier League title clash...

APRIL 19 • goal

Arsenal player ratings vs Man City: The bottle-job is on! Gabriel gets monstered by Erling Haaland as Gunners' grip on Premier League title race evaporates