West Ham United Leading Race For This Lyon Starlet: One For The Future? | OneFootball

Rayan Cherki has been a part of Lyon since 2010 and is a consistent performer. He was always rated highly within the club and made his senior team debut in 2020. Since then, he has climbed up the ladders pretty quickly and has established himself well.

Cherki is showing promising signs even in the ongoing campaign. He has already netted three goals and provided as many assists in 13 games. He is averaging 1.8 shots, 2.4 key passes, and 2.8 dribbles per game (stats via whoscored).

Lyon’s French midfielder #18 Rayan Cherki controls the ball during the French L1 football match between Olympique Lyonnais (OL) and FC Metz at The Groupama Stadium in Decines-Charpieu, central-eastern France on November 5, 2023. (Photo by JEFF PACHOUD / AFP) (Photo by JEFF PACHOUD/AFP via Getty Images)

The Frenchman is versatile enough to play as an attacking midfielder or operate on either wing. He is known for his incredible skills on the ball. He provides the creative element in the final third with his passing, dribbling and shooting abilities.

Rayan Cherki can be a great signing

West Ham United are lacking the firepower they need to score goals consistently. Hence, their interest in Rayan Cherki makes sense as the youngster has an extraordinary skill set. He can be a good addition, who can help in the creation of the goals in the final third.

Cherki is already showing a high level of performance at a young age. With more experience under his belt, he is only going to get better and better. He can be a long-term signing for the Hammers should they manage to bring him to the club.

Earlier Real Madrid were also interested in signing the 21-year-old. However, as they already have enough talent in the squad, the Spanish club have decided to cool their interest. This development gives West Ham United a favourable condition to acquire the services of the youngster. And we think, for the right price, West Ham United should get the deal done.