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Liverpool have discovered the cost of signing Lyon star Rayan Cherki, as the financially troubled French club looks to generate significant funds through player sales in January.

Lyon, battling relegation from Ligue 1, face reported debts of €500m (£418m, $529.5m).

Rayan Cherki, under contract with Lyon until the summer of 2026, has been on Liverpool’s radar since the summer transfer window, though he remained with the French side.



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While Liverpool are currently keeping tabs on Cherki, they face competition from Paris Saint-Germain, Newcastle United, and Bayer Leverkusen, who are also closely monitoring the 21-year-old’s situation.

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Cherki to Liverpool could be on the way.

Rayan Cherki, who has contributed two goals and three assists in 11 appearances this season, remains a potential sale, though it hasn’t been straightforward

The lowdown on the Liverpool-linked Rayan Cherki from French football expert @RBairner https://t.co/KCUYqoHHUK

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