PSG looks for alternatives after the departure of Mbappé
Paris Saint-Germain is working hard to find solutions after the significant loss of Kylian Mbappé. Although it is aware that it is difficult to replace a player of his caliber, the club considers that the combination of different profiles could provide new options to strengthen its offensive power. In this sense, the possibility of incorporating Pedri into the Parc des Princes has arisen.
The interest in Pedri and the refusal of Barça
Despite this interest, Barcelona has been inflexible and is not willing to negotiate. Given this situation, Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, president of PSG, is exploring other options. One of them is Rayan Cherki, a talented Olympique Lyon midfielder, whose qualities could replace Pedri’s virtues and occupy the position left by Mbappé.
The offer for Rayan Cherki
According to reports from ‘L’Équipe’, PSG have presented a formal offer of 15 million euros for Rayan Cherki, with the possibility of adding an additional 3 million in bonuses, with the aim of securing the services of the young 20-year-old playmaker. This strategy seeks to reinforce the offensive options of the Parisian team after the departure of Mbappé.
The support of Luis Enrique and the vision for the future
Luis Enrique Martínez, PSG coach, believes that Rayan Cherki has great potential and versatility in attack, qualities that could strengthen the team for the future. The coach’s intention is to consolidate a dynamic and flexible team, and Cherki, recognized for his creativity and skill with the ball, fits perfectly into this vision. Cherki’s arrival could represent a turning point for PSG, as it is hoped that his creativity and skill on the ball can fill the void left by Mbappé and contribute to the achievement of the club’s ambitious goals.
Olympique Lyon’s counterattack
However, Olympique Lyon will not sit idly by. Aware of the value of his young star, he has presented Cherki with a renewal offer until 2028, in the hope of retaining him at the club. Now, the player must make the decision to continue in Lyon or take a significant leap in his career by joining PSG, the dominant team in Ligue 1.
Rayan Cherki’s performance and his future
Rayan Cherki made 39 appearances for Lyon last year, providing 9 assists and scoring 3 goals. His contract expires in June 2025, meaning Lyon will be forced to sell him if he fails to renew it, thus preventing him from leaving on a release next summer.
