PSG could revive Rayan Cherki interest if Manchester City are relegated

Rayan Cherki could become a major transfer target again if Manchester City are relegated from the Premier League, with Paris Saint-Germain reportedly ready to revisit their interest in the France international of Algerian heritage.

According to Ekrem Konur, PSG may attempt to reopen talks over the attacking midfielder should Manchester City suffer the drop. Such a development could significantly alter the 23-year-old’s situation and place his future among the most closely watched issues of the next transfer window.

Cherki joined Manchester City from Olympique Lyonnais after previously attracting interest from Paris. Since moving to the Etihad Stadium, he has established himself as one of the most closely monitored players in the club’s squad.

Cherki’s growing reputation

Football Insider reports that relegation could lead Cherki to consider leaving Manchester City. His value has increased since his arrival in England, while his performances in the Premier League have drawn attention from several of Europe’s leading clubs.

A drop into the Championship could also create uncertainty around other key members of the Manchester City squad. Cherki would be one of the players most likely to attract offers, given his ability, profile and development since leaving Olympique Lyonnais.

For PSG, the situation would represent a chance to return to a player who had already featured in the club’s plans before his move to Manchester City. Paris could therefore use any disruption at the Etihad Stadium to renew its efforts to bring the midfielder to the French capital.

Strong competition for PSG

PSG would not have a clear run at Cherki if he became available. Liverpool, Chelsea, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are also reported to be monitoring developments surrounding the player.

That interest could lead to competition between several of Europe’s biggest clubs. Cherki’s potential availability would be particularly significant because of his age, his increasing reputation and his experience in the Premier League.

Everything depends, however, on whether Manchester City are actually relegated. Until that scenario becomes clearer, Cherki remains a Manchester City player. If it does happen, his future could quickly become one of the central transfer stories of the next window.

Manchester City are due to play Liverpool in their sixth match of the English championship. The available betting odds for that fixture list Manchester City at 2,50 to win, with a draw priced at 3,85 and a Liverpool victory at 2,63.