Napoli Considering Lyon’s Rayan Cherki as Potential Transfer Target

Recent reports suggest that Napoli has been presented with the opportunity to sign Rayan Cherki, the 21-year-old attacking midfielder from Lyon. This development comes as the Serie A club looks to strengthen its offensive lineup after selling Kvicha Kvaratskhelia to Paris Saint-Germain for €75 million.

Cherki, one of Lyon’s most valuable assets, has caught the attention of several clubs, including Liverpool. Lyon values the young talent at €30 million. However, the French club’s financial situation may force them to accept a lower offer.

Lyon is under pressure to make sales before the January transfer window closes to meet the requirements set by the DNCG (Direction Nationale du Contrôle de Gestion) and avoid relegation to Ligue 2. With only two players sold so far, the club may need to consider offers below their initial valuation for Cherki.

As Napoli seeks to fill the void left by Kvaratskhelia’s departure, Cherki emerges as an intriguing option. The young Frenchman’s potential move to the Estadio Diego Armando Maradona could provide Napoli with a fresh attacking threat and help Lyon alleviate their financial concerns.