Rayan Cherki has been linked with a move away from beleagured Ligue 1 club Lyon, with Crystal Palace among his suitors.
Multiple clubs are keen on securing the signature of Rayan Cherki, and a report from The Sun has claimed that Crystal Palace and Liverpool are keeping tabs on his situation. However, European clubs Borussia Dortmund and PSG could create a roadblock for them.
It remains to be seen where the French attacking midfielder ends up amid his recent exit links. The Frenchman is valued at £30 million, and Crystal Palace and Liverpool certainly have the financial muscle to get the deal across the line.
Crystal Palace could certainly use more creativity and technical ability in the financial third. They have missed someone like Rayan Cherki since the departure of Michael Olise at the start of the season.
It remains to be seen whether they can get the deal done. The French attacking midfielder is highly rated across Europe and he has a bright future ahead of himself. He could develop into a key player for the Eagles with the right guidance.
Liverpool could use Cherki
Liverpool need more quality and depth in the attacking unit as well and have their sights set on Rayan Cherki. The Frenchman is capable of operating as an attacking midfielder as well as a winger. He will add goals and creativity to the side. His ability to slot into multiple attacking roles will be an added bonus.
The opportunity to play for a club like Liverpool could be quite attractive for the French midfielder. It would be a major step up in his career, and he would get to compete for major trophies with them.
Liverpool are one of the biggest clubs in the world, and they will be an attractive destination for most players. The Reds are currently on top of the league table and it will be interesting to see if they can win the league title. This season.
It will be interesting to see if Borussia Dortmund and PSG can convince the player to join them instead of moving to the Premier League. The opportunity to play in the Premier League can be hard to turn down for most players.