Rayan Cherki’s future could depend on the Manchester City ruling, with several clubs alert to the Frenchman’s situation.
A cloud of uncertainty continues to hang over Manchester City after the club were found guilty of 114 breaches of Premier League rules. The Manchester outfit can still lodge an appeal, while potential sanctions are yet to be determined and could range from financial penalties, stripped titles, and points deductions to outright expulsion from the competition.
Against this turbulent backdrop, Rayan Cherki has emerged as a prime target for several European heavyweights. The 23-year-old Frenchman is under contract with City until 2030 and has enjoyed a blistering start to the 2026-27 campaign, registering four goals and two assists in his opening seven matches, whilst also cementing a spot in France’s starting line-up at the beginning of the Zinedine Zidane era.
According to Fichajes, Arsenal and Liverpool are keeping close tabs on the winger, having already tracked him prior to his switch to the Etihad. FC Barcelona and Real Madrid are likewise monitoring the situation, while PSG could look to lure Cherki back to France. Ultimately, everything will hinge on the final verdict delivered to Manchester City and the severity of any eventual sanctions.