Rayan Cherki

The player's transfer from Olympique Lyonnais to Manchester City in June 2025 was reportedly finalized for a fee ranging from €36.5 million to €42.5 million, with many sources citing a total package of around €40-€42 million including bonuses. Prior to this, in the months leading up to the transfer, Manchester City's initial offers were reportedly around €22.5-€23 million and were rejected. Throughout early 2025, numerous reports mentioned a disputed release clause or gentleman's agreement valued around €22.5 million, which Borussia Dortmund also reportedly tried to activate unsuccessfully. Lyon's asking price during this period was consistently reported to be much higher, often in the €35-€40 million range for interested clubs like Manchester United, Liverpool, and Milan. A market value of €65 million was noted in April 2026, well after his successful transfer.

Our valuation is based on the completed transfer of Rayan Cherki from Olympique Lyonnais to Manchester City in June 2025. Multiple reports confirm a deal structure with a total value between approximately €36 million and €43 million, including bonuses. This final fee was reached after numerous lower bids from various clubs were rejected and despite persistent rumours of a lower, disputed release clause. The high fee reflects his strong performance and the competitive interest from top Premier League clubs.