Tottenham handed major boost in their pursuit of versatile attacker with 25 goals & 42 assists; green light given
03/23/2025 02:00 AM
Tottenham Hotspur are already mapping out their summer transfer strategy as they look to strengthen the squad ahead of the next campaign.
After a disappointing season, the Lilywhites are determined to bounce back, and adding reinforcements will be key to their ambitions.
One player firmly on Spurs' radar is Lyon's highly-rated attacking midfielder, Rayan Cherki. They have previously enquired about him and last month, it was reported that Cherki has been offered to them by his representatives.
And the North London club has now been handed a significant boost in their pursuit of the French playmaker, as reports from The Sun suggest that Lyon have decided to cash in on Cherki this summer rather than risk losing him for free when his contract expires next year.
The report claims that the French side and the player have reached an agreement over an exit at the end of the season, with the club giving the player the green light to secure a move.
The 21-year-old, who boasts a market value of €30 million, has attracted attention from top European clubs, including Liverpool, Bayern Munich, and Borussia Dortmund.
Tottenham's interest in Cherki aligns with their recent transfer approach of securing young and dynamic attacking talents, as seen with the acquisitions of Brennan Johnson, Wilson Odobert, and the loan signing of Mathys Tel.
Cherki has been part of Lyon's setup since his youth days, quickly rising through the ranks to establish himself as one of the club's brightest prospects. He made his professional debut in 2019 at just 16 years old and soon became the youngest player to feature in a UEFA Champions League semi-final when he appeared against Bayern Munich in 2020.
This season, Cherki has been a standout performer, particularly with his playmaking abilities. In 34 appearances across all competitions, he has contributed an impressive eight goals and 18 assists, taking his overall club tally to 25 goals and 42 assists in 175 appearances. (Transfermarkt)
While Tottenham faces competition from several clubs, they will be keen to move swiftly to secure Cherki's signature and add another exciting attacking option to their squad.
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