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Liverpool set sights on Lyon’s Rayan Cherki as Mohamed Salah replacement - with desperate Ligue 1 club seeking funds amid relegation threat

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<p>The Egyptian has been in sensational form this season and has already netted 10 goals in 17 matches under Arne Slot's management. However, uncertainty looms over his future as his <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/mo-salah-warned-saudi-arabia-move-liverpool-too-soon-new-contract/blt5ff7b84ca063ee41" target="_blank">contract expires next summer</a>, enabling him to negotiate with foreign clubs starting in January.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>In preparation <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/everybody-will-leave-mohamed-salah-says-always-remember-good-things-liverpool-contract-uncertainty/blt1b0a8540061a7da2" target="_blank">for the potential departure of Salah</a>, Liverpool are reportedly targeting Lyon’s rising star Rayan Cherki, according to <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Article/Avenir-a-l-ol-choix-entre-la-france-l-algerie-ou-l-italie-rayan-cherki-aborde-un-tournant-dans-sa-carriere/1520314" target="_blank"><em>L'Equipe.</em></a><em> </em>Paris Saint-Germain are also closely monitoring Cherki’s situation, adding competition to Liverpool’s pursuit of the young player. Cherki’s current contract with Lyon runs until 2026 but includes a clause for a one-year extension if he remains at the club beyond this campaign.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Despite Lyon’s hopes of retaining him, the club may be forced to part ways with Cherki to alleviate financial struggles. Reports suggest <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/lyon-relegated-john-textor-blames-enemies-psg-ligue-1-board-transfer-ban-knocked-down-second-tier-ruling-financial-struggles/blta10e838ff7196d9c" target="_blank">the club is at risk of relegation</a> unless they resolve issues flagged by France’s financial regulatory body for football, the National Directorate of Control and Management (DNCG). Lyon's debts reportedly amount to £422 million and the financial watchdog has prohibited Lyon from making any signings until their situation improves.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>As Lyon battle financial uncertainty and Liverpool plan for life beyond Salah, Cherki’s transfer could represent a pivotal moment for both clubs. For the Merseyside club, it’s about maintaining their competitive edge, while for Lyon, it could be the lifeline needed to navigate their current crisis. In the short term, Liverpool fans will hope to see Salah keep scoring the goals as they look primed to recapture the English crown after 11 matches, having opened up a five-point gap with second-placed Manchester City. </p>

WHAT NEXT FOR LIVERPOOL?

Liverpool set sights on Lyon’s Rayan Cherki as Mohamed Salah replacement - with desperate Ligue 1 club seeking funds amid relegation threat | Goal.com Cameroon

Liverpool are reportedly eyeing Lyon’s Rayan Cherki as a replacement for Mohamed Salah, after the Ligue 1 club were hit with the threat of relegation.