Rayan Cherki praised France's performance and Zinedine Zidane's coaching after a 1-0 Nations League win against Turkey despite Kylian Mbappe's injury.

This is an updated version of a piece originally published in April 2025. The Athletic today reported that Cherki is set to join Manchester City this summer. It’s been a breathless start to the game.

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Rayan Cherki made the difference against Bournemouth Naomi Baker/Getty Images “Rayan is quite a nice and clear boy,” Enzo Maresca said, smiling. “If he is not happy, he wants to show it.” The Rayan in ...

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