Man Utd now ready to spend "well beyond" price tag to sign 20-assist star - report

Manchester United could pay more than £21 million to purchase Lyon star Rayan Cherki during the summer transfer window, according to Le Progres.

The 21-year-old is one of the best playmakers in the French top-flight. He has decided to pursue a new challenge away from Les Gones next season.

His current contract expires in June 2026, and interested clubs could sign him for just £21m.

United are one of his main admirers. They watched him in action during the Europa League quarter-finals against Lyon, where he scored home and away.

Le Progres claim that the Red Devils are not price conscious for the attacker and could be prepared to spend ‘well beyond’ £21m in case of a bidding war.

Cherki would be a superb bargain signing

The Frenchman, who can play in attacking midfield or on the right wing, has had a tremendous season with Lyon.

He has registered 12 goals and 20 assists from 44 appearances in all competitions for his boyhood club.

Cherki is now eyeing a bigger challenge in his career. The 21-year-old would be a good acquisition for United to provide competition for places in the final third.

The club are poised to land Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers to bolster the attacking midfield department, but Cherki would represent a bargain signing.

As per journalist Fabrizio Romano, there is no official clause in Cherki’s contract. While £21m could be the starting price, Les Gones could sanction his sale to the highest bidder.

We believe United must push for Cherki’s signature. The attacker is not blessed with sheer pace, but makes up for it with his dribbling skills and creative distribution.

He has registered a stunning 37 big chances in Ligue 1 and the Europa League this campaign. Cherki has the potential to become a leading playmaker in years to come.

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Article written by Sri Aswin .