Everton are one of the clubs showing an interest in Rayan Cherki.
There is strong interest coming from the Premier League in the Frenchman, with Manchester City eyeing a move for Cherki this summer.
David Moyes is keen to bolster the squad that he inherited from Sean Dyche back in January.
But it is becoming increasingly apparent that Everton are coming up against some seriously tough competition for their targets.
Chelsea appear to have won the race for Delap which is going to lead Everton to their other striker targets.
But creativity in attack is also on the agenda and Everton are interested in Cherki who looks set to leave Lyon over the coming weeks.
Everton may face serious competition for Cherki, but there is already something weighing in their favour after initial talks have been held.
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Everton handed Rayan Cherki advantage over Manchester City
Ahead of the window even opening, Cherki has green-lit a potential Premier League move with plenty of clubs interested.
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However, it may not be so straightforward for Manchester City to prise him away from Lyon.
According to Caught Offside, Cherki already has some reservations over joining City following their first round of talks.
The 21-year-old Frenchman is concerned he could join City and not play regular football due to the quality of their options.
Pep Guardiola is naturally someone who rotates his squad regularly and Cherki is keen to play week in and week out.
Everton are showing interest in Jack Grealish who has fallen victim of Guardiola’s ruthless ways at the Etihad Stadium.
Landing both in one window would seem highly unlikely, but Cherki’s doubts over joining City could certainly play into their hands.
Fabrizio Romano shares Rayan Cherki transfer update
The 2024/25 campaign was a successful one for the winger with Cherki being likened to Lionel Messi by some.
Clearly, his talent has caught the attention of Premier League clubs who are desperate to bring him to England.
Fabrizio Romano has now claimed the Premier League giants have now made initial contact to start talks with Cherki.
‘Manchester City made contact to start initial talks for Rayan Cherki as target for #10 position,’ he said.
🚨🔵 Manchester City made contact to start initial talks for Rayan Cherki as target for #10 position.
He’s top of the list with Morgan Gibbs-White after Wirtz deal off, while Cherki’s also aware of Man City interest. pic.twitter.com/YvQPEXoumr
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 29, 2025
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‘He’s top of the list with Morgan Gibbs-White after Wirtz deal off, while Cherki’s also aware of Man City interest.’
Everton may have to act fast or face missing out on another of their targets.