‘This is a dream’ – Rayan Cherki first words after completing Man City transfer | OneFootball

Rayan Cherki says joining Manchester City is a “dream” after completing his move from Lyon on transfer deadline day.

The French playmaker has signed a five-year contract with the Premier League club and has joined just in time to play at the Fifa Club World Cup.

Man City were looking to sign a new attacking midfielder following the departure of Kevin De Bruyne and the creative Cherki fits the mould. Last season he scored 12 goals and provided 20 assists across all competitions for Lyon.

Rayan Cherki first words after completing Man City transfer

The 21-year-old says he was convinced by the project City offered and believes Pep Guardiola can take his game to the next level.

“This is a dream for me,” Cherki said. “Honestly, to be joining a club like Manchester City and have the opportunity to make the next step in my career here is something very, very special.

“I have worked so hard for this all my life. I love this sport, and I can’t wait to develop further here in Manchester with Pep and his backroom staff.

“Everyone knows how good City are – they have been so successful for many years now. The responsibility to help the team continue winning is something I want to embrace.

“I would only leave Lyon for a project I really believe in and everything at City suggests I can develop my game and help the team be successful in the future. I can’t wait to show City fans what I can do.”

Cherki is Man City’s third signing of the summer so far after full-back Rayan Ait-Nouri and goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli arrived from Wolves and Chelsea respectively. Tijani Reijnders’ move from AC Milan could be confirmed after Tuesday’s deadline.

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