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TOP Transfer for Less than 30 Millions, Florentino Has the Ligue 1 Star in His Sights

Real Madrid's president might get the services of this soccer player

Real Madrid isn't very interested in strengthening this winter market. However, the defensive shortcomings have led to the possibility of the white team trying to get the services of Trent Alexander-Arnold. The English player would improve the right flank, an area where Ancelotti's team is leaving significant doubts.

Nevertheless, in recent hours, the news has reached Valdebebas that they might transfer Rayan Cherki, a player from Olympique de Lyon. The operation, according to Fabrizio Romano, would cost less than 30 million euros. Specifically, everything would be done for 22.5 million, making this a fairly affordable move.

The name of this French striker is familiar in Valdebebas. All this because Zidane recommended him several times during his tenure as coach. Despite everything, Florentino Pérez never made the move to get his services.

No room

Although the transfer would be very affordable financially, the reality is that the sports management doesn't see the need to do it. After all, Carlo Ancelotti enjoys one of the best attacks in the world, composed of young players with a lot of potential ahead.

Thus, Cherki, who would be delighted to arrive in the Spanish capital, won't join Santiago Bernabéu. The interests of the Madrid institution haven'thing to do with him. He's a player already forgotten in the white house.

Will leave Lyon

Almost certainly, he'll say farewell to Lyon, as he has a considerable market and is only 21 years old. He's a great target for other clubs, which will surely enter the fight to secure his services.

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Rayan Cherki during a match with Lyon | Real Madrid Confidencial

Unfortunately for him, he can forget about wearing the merengue outfit. This was his opportunity, but his potential and level don't fully convince the leaders of the current European champion. Thus, we'll have to see what ends up happening, and in the coming days, his new club will be known.

The only thing that's clear, as of today, January 20, is that, barring a surprise, he'll change scenery to embark on a new stage in his sports career.

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