The trusted journalist "Fabrizio Romano" revealed through his official account on the "X" platform that Manchester City has initiated its first contacts to enter into preliminary talks regarding the signing of French star Rayan Cherki, a player for Olympique Lyon, to reinforce the number 10 position in the team.

Rayan Cherki is currently one of the most prominent names on Manchester City's list, alongside English player Morgan Gibbs-White from Nottingham Forest, especially after the German Florian Wirtz signing stalled.

Romano confirmed that Manchester City's management has placed Cherki at the top of its priorities during the upcoming summer transfer window, as part of its efforts to strengthen the midfield with a player who possesses high technical abilities in playmaking.

The source indicated that the player himself is aware of Manchester City's interest in his services, paving the way for more serious negotiations in the coming weeks.