Borussia Dortmund is still interested in Rayan Cherki, but the Bundesliga club has not yet resumed negotiations with Lyon following a delayed winter chase.
For nearly a year, the 21-year-old French star has lingered in Dortmund’s plans, with the club reaching out officially last winter to explore a transfer. Lyon, grappling with financial strain at the time, seemed ripe for a deal until they stunned BVB by turning down a solid offer, halting the move in its tracks.
Sky reporter notes that Dortmund’s interest hasn’t faded, even after a second failed push left relations with Lyon frosty. The price tag has since spiked Dortmund’s 22.5 million euro bid from winter now looks modest against Cherki’s current 30 million euro valuation.
His rising value isn’t the only hurdle; earning 4 million euros at Lyon, Cherki might push for a bigger paycheck at Dortmund, reflecting his breakout season. With 23 Ligue 1 appearances, six goals, and nine assists, he’s been Lyon’s star. Dortmund, undeterred, is gearing up for a fresh approach.
