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Rayan Cherki Transfer from Olympique Lyonnais to Borussia Dortmund

Borussia Dortmund remains committed to pursuing Rayan Cherki and plans to reach out to Olympique Lyon soon for a third attempt at securing the transfer. Previously, the German club proposed a 22.5 million euro deal for the 21-year-old, which Olympique Lyon's management turned down. Despite this, Cherki was reportedly open to the move. Borussia Dortmund intends to make another attempt in the summer, with Sebastian Kehl planning to directly contact Olympique Lyon's president, John Textor, to negotiate the third offer. It is believed that an agreement may be achieved this time. Rayan Cherki's contract with Olympique Lyon is set to expire at the end of June 2026.

Rayan Cherki's performance during the international break has increased speculation about his future. Lyon could accept a fee as little as €22.5 million for him this summer as he enters the final year of his contract. Dortmund has been linked with a potential move for Cherki.

Rayan Cherki is considered a potential replacement for Julian Brandt at Borussia Dortmund, should the latter not extend his contract.

Borussia Dortmund attempted to sign Rayan Cherki from Olympique Lyon for €22.5 million. Despite a verbal agreement allowing Cherki to leave, Lyon's American owner John Textor refused to sanction the move, citing Dortmund's 'disrespectful' approach.

Borussia Dortmund attempted to sign Rayan Cherki during the last days of the winter transfer window. However, the deal collapsed as Lyon rejected an offer of 22.5 million Euros, labeling it as 'disrespectfully communicated'. There are plans to make another attempt in the summer, but Cherki is expected to be much more expensive, with 30 million Euros being discussed. Dortmund's ability to secure the transfer may depend on their participation in the Champions League.

Rayan Cherki was very close to joining Borussia Dortmund, but the move was refused by John Textor.

Borussia Dortmund had almost completed the transfer of Rayan Cherki in the winter. They had reached an agreement with the player and were ready to pay the agreed transfer fee of 22.5 million euros. However, Olympique Lyon's boss, John Textor, did not honor the agreement and labeled Dortmund's offer as 'disrespectful.' The new price for Cherki is now over 30 million euros.

Borussia Dortmund has expressed interest in acquiring Rayan Cherki. Earlier in January, Cherki and Olympique Lyon had come to terms on a transfer fee of 22.5 million euros, though the transfer ultimately did not take place. While Dortmund had reached an agreement with Cherki regarding personal terms, Olympique Lyon turned down the offer, referring to it as disrespectful. Dortmund remains keen on Cherki, but it remains uncertain whether they will propose a higher offer. Cherki is currently under contract with Lyon until 2026, and the club is in need of generating revenue to circumvent the risk of forced relegation.

L'Équipe reports on Dortmund's acquisition of Rayan Cherki from Lyon as the transfer window was closing. Dortmund acquired Rayan Cherki from Lyon at a low price as the transfer window was closing. Lyon previously expected 15M€ for him.

Dortmund made an offer for Rayan Cherki during the January transfer window, which was below market value according to Lyon's chairman John Textor. Despite a gentleman’s agreement allowing Cherki to leave for €22.5m, Lyon rejected Dortmund's bid, hoping for a better deal in the summer. Cherki wanted to join Dortmund in the winter.

In the final phase of the winter transfer market, Borussia Dortmund offered 22.5 million euros to Olympique Lyon for Rayan Cherki. Despite Cherki's request to leave, Olympique Lyon refused the offer, contravening a promise made during his contract extension last summer. According to Daniel Riolo of RMC, Cherki stayed for financial reasons, as his contract included a clause granting him 2.5 million euros if he refused the offer.

Borussia Dortmund attempted to sign Rayan Cherki, sending a private jet to France in anticipation of a deal. However, Olympique Lyon rejected Dortmund's offer of 22.5 million euros. Lyon's owner, John Textor, publicly criticized the offer, stating Cherki would remain until the end of the season, though another attempt from Dortmund is expected in the summer.

Rayan Cherki was a potential transfer target for Borussia Dortmund. Despite advanced negotiations, the transfer was vetoed by Lyon's boss John Textor, who criticized Dortmund's offer as disrespectful and below market value. Cherki is expected to remain with Lyon until the end of the 2024/25 season.

The owner of Olympique Lyonnais, John Textor, turned down an offer estimated at 22.5 million euros from Borussia Dortmund for the attacking midfielder Rayan Cherki. L'Equipe reported that Cherki had asked, via his lawyers, for the club to accept the offer, emphasizing that the agreement made during his contract extension in September included a release clause of 22.5 million euros. Despite this, Olympique Lyonnais did not view a late departure of Cherki as feasible. The owner is anticipating selling the player for a higher amount next summer.

Olympique Lyon's President, John Textor, expressed his disapproval of Borussia Dortmund's offer for Rayan Cherki, describing it as disrespectful and significantly below the market value, while also considering the timing inappropriate. Although there was a verbal agreement between Lyon and Cherki allowing him to leave for 22.5 million Euros, the club has refused to grant him permission to transfer to Dortmund. Textor indicated that Cherki would remain a crucial part of the team until the conclusion of the 2024/25 season and dismissed the possibility of entering negotiations with Dortmund or any other club. Nonetheless, reports suggest that Dortmund is prepared to enhance their offer.

Borussia Dortmund made an offer of 22.5 million euros for Rayan Cherki, which Olympique Lyon rejected. Despite public statements by Lyon's club boss John Textor, asserting that Cherki will not leave, Cherki had reportedly given his basic approval for the transfer to Dortmund. Borussia Dortmund even sent a private jet to Lyon to advance the negotiations. Dortmund is expected to continue pursuing the transfer, with Lyon's price expectation reportedly between 30 to 35 million euros.

Rayan Cherki has been a major topic for Borussia Dortmund for weeks. There was a breakthrough in negotiations, and Dortmund sent a private jet to Lyon. However, Cherki surprisingly played for Olympique Lyon against Olympique Marseille. Lyon's chief, John Textor, publicly denied the transfer, saying Cherki will not leave Lyon. However, Textor's statements have sometimes been unreliable in the past.

Borussia Dortmund is intensively pursuing the French playmaker. The transfer is expected to be completed on the upcoming Deadline Day. According to 'Bild', Borussia Dortmund will transfer 22 million euros to France, allowing Cherki to join the club soon. However, Cherki played in the league match for OL against Olympique Marseille the evening before the transfer deadline.

Borussia Dortmund is reportedly close to signing Rayan Cherki from Olympique Lyon after a breakthrough in tough negotiations. The talks are nearing completion, according to Bild.

Borussia Dortmund is in active pursuit of Ryan Cherki, with their sporting director Sebastian Kehl making efforts to reach a verbal agreement with Cherki's representatives. There is confidence on both sides that an agreement will be finalized by the evening. Dortmund intends to trigger Cherki's release clause of 22.5 million euros before entering into negotiations with Olympique Lyon. Nonetheless, Lyon's president, John Textor, has publicly dismissed these rumors, describing them as false and accusing the journalist of source manipulation.

Sky Germany reports that Borussia Dortmund is ready to activate the buyout clause of 22.5 million euros in Rayan Cherki's contract to transfer him from Olympique Lyonnais.

Borussia Dortmund is making progress in discussions to sign Rayan Cherki from Olympique Lyon. Cherki has reportedly given a fundamental agreement to join Dortmund. However, there are still some contractual details that need to be clarified. It has been agreed for some time between Cherki and Olympique Lyon that he can leave the club if an offer of 22 million euros is made. The new coach of Dortmund, Niko Kovac, has given the green light for this transfer.

Borussia Dortmund is actively working to recruit Rayan Cherki, an offensive midfielder from Olympique Lyonnais, as the winter transfer window closes. Sky Germany reports that Dortmund's new coach, Niko Kovac, has approved Cherki's arrival. The Croatian coach is convinced of Cherki's technical qualities and envisions integrating him into his project. Cherki appears to be keen on joining Dortmund and has a verbal agreement with Lyon for an exit fee set at 22.5 million euros.

Rayan Cherki is being pursued by Borussia Dortmund. He has shown interest in joining the German club, but contractual agreements are still pending. Cherki has a verbal agreement with Olympique Lyonnais for a release clause set at 22.5 million euros, a fee that Borussia Dortmund can comfortably afford.

Borussia Dortmund is still interested in Rayan Cherki, despite not moving beyond the stage of interest. The club is waiting for the approval of their new coach, Niko Kovac, to pursue this transfer. An offer of 15 million euros was mentioned previously. The German transfer window closes next Monday at 8 PM.

Rayan Cherki, a 21-year-old player, is being considered by Borussia Dortmund for a potential transfer. The transfer would cost around 22 million euros, with an annual salary of approximately six million euros. Discussions are actively taking place at the management level of Dortmund, with Niko Kovac playing a crucial role in the decision-making process. The transfer window is closing soon, and Kovac's approval could lead to Cherki's acquisition.

Team Talk reports on Borussia Dortmund's interest in Lyon star Rayan Cherki amidst transfer speculations. Borussia Dortmund are keeping tabs on Lyon star Rayan Cherki after he was given a 'bargain' price tag. Cherki's Lyon contract expires in June 2026 and he has a gentleman’s agreement with the club which means he can leave for another big team if that £19m fee is matched.

Rayan Cherki, an attacking midfielder currently playing for Olympique Lyonnais, has been performing well this season. He has a release clause of 22 million euros set for the January transfer window, due to a verbal agreement made during his contract extension in September, which lasts until June 2026. Although a move does not seem imminent, top Bundesliga clubs, including Borussia Dortmund, are monitoring him closely.

Borussia Dortmund has had Rayan Cherki on their radar for a long time. Talks were very advanced last summer. Lyon demands a transfer fee of 30 to 35 million euros for Cherki, whose contract is valid until 2026.

Rayan Cherki wanted to leave Olympique Lyon in the summer. Borussia Dortmund was interested in signing Cherki. However, Lyon's owner, John Textor, expressed no interest in selling Cherki to Borussia Dortmund. Textor communicated his lack of interest in a series of harsh messages towards Dortmund and Cherki's representatives, indicating a firm stance against the transfer.

Borussia Dortmund is interested in signing the talented midfielder Rayan Cherki from Olympique Lyon. The transfer fee is estimated between 30 and 35 million euros. Liverpool and Paris St. Germain are also interested.

Borussia Dortmund is also in the race to sign Rayan Cherki. They are prepared to meet the transfer fee demands.

Rayan Cherki had shown interest in moving to Borussia Dortmund last summer, but the transfer did not materialize. Due to Lyon's financial issues, a transfer might still be possible.

Borussia Dortmund showed interest in Rayan Cherki during the summer. However, the French U21 international, who has Algerian roots, decided to stay at Olympique Lyon and extended his contract until 2026. Despite this, financial needs might force Olympique Lyon to put Cherki on the market, especially with the arrival of Thiago Almada in winter.

Rayan Cherki was approached by Borussia Dortmund, which led to a delay in his transfer to Paris Saint-Germain. Eventually, Dortmund decided to drop their interest in the player.

Rayan Cherki was mentioned as a potential departure from Olympique Lyonnais, with his name cited at Borussia Dortmund. However, he has decided to stay and has even extended his contract with Lyon, indicating a commitment to the club for the near future.

Rayan Cherki refused to join Borussia Dortmund despite negotiations.

Rayan Cherki has been approached by Borussia Dortmund this summer. However, he has decided to stay at Lyon for this season.

Rayan Cherki was announced to be very close to joining Borussia Dortmund. However, the deal fell through.

There is always the possibility of Rayan Cherki leaving. He was expected at Paris, then Dortmund, and now Lyon is more prepared for his departure. Given the lack of a short-term projection, it might not make sense for him to train with Lyon.

The player was hoping for an offer from Borussia Dortmund, but it never arrived.

Rayan Cherki does not want to renew his contract with Lyon and has been training separately from the main squad. In July, he had an agreement in principle with PSG for a transfer worth around 15 million euros, but the deal fell through as he expressed interest in signing with Dortmund, who did not make a formal offer.

Rayan Cherki was announced close to Borussia Dortmund, but the deal stalled. He has one year remaining on his contract, and Lyon is eager to sell him to avoid losing him for free.

Rayan Cherki has been rumored to join Borussia Dortmund, who have long been considered the favorite for his transfer.

Rayan Cherki is currently participating in the Olympics with the French team. Borussia Dortmund is cited as a potential destination for the Olympique Lyonnais attacking midfielder.

Borussia Dortmund had taken the lead in the transfer but the deal is currently on hold due to Nuri Şahin blocking the transfer.

Borussia Dortmund is also showing interest in Rayan Cherki.

Mathis Rayan Cherki has been strongly linked to Borussia Dortmund in recent days. The German club could make a decisive move and finalize the transfer quickly.

Rayan Cherki is on Borussia Dortmund's shopping list. The decision between him and Yan Couto has been made, and the transfer is nearing completion.

Rayan Cherki is expected to join Borussia Dortmund.

Cherki is currently not the main focus of Borussia Dortmund's management.

Rayan Cherki is getting closer to a move to Borussia Dortmund.

Rayan Cherki is close to finalizing a transfer to Borussia Dortmund.

Rayan Cherki is set to move to Borussia Dortmund. The deal is no longer in doubt, and Cherki will play for Borussia Dortmund next season. The motivation for the change of plan includes Dortmund's ability to develop and improve attacking players and the decision to give him the No.10 shirt.

Borussia Dortmund are reportedly close to signing Rayan Cherki from Lyon. They have matched PSG's bid and are in the driving seat to land his signature after maintaining contact for several months.

Rayan Cherki has shown great interest in moving to Borussia Dortmund. Dortmund now has a good chance of signing him, especially since Cherki has decided to leave Ligue 1. The transfer fee is expected to be around 15 million euros.

Rayan Cherki is set to leave Olympique Lyonnais. Despite a contract extension offer until 2028 with a salary reduction from the Lyon management, Cherki is leaning towards a move. Borussia Dortmund has shown a strong interest in acquiring him. The club has been following Cherki for two years and sees great potential in developing his talent. Recent developments indicate that Borussia Dortmund is now the favorite to sign him.

Borussia Dortmund has been following Rayan Cherki for two years and is very interested in signing him. They have not yet made an official offer.

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