Rayan Cherki to Chelsea transfer latest: Positive talks, fresh timeline, £34m bid prepared

Rayan Cherki is widely regarded as one of the most exciting young players in the world and Chelsea are reportedly exploring a potential deal, with talk of a £34million bid

Chelsea are said to be in the market for a new attacking midfielder this summer following the departure of Mason Mount, and Rayan Cherki has emerged as a potential target. The 19-year-old wonderkid has been heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge recently following his impressive performances for Lyon.

So, with that being said, football.london has collated all the latest news on Chelsea's potential move for the teenage sensation...

Fresh timeline

Chelsea have made the decision to halt their summer transfer window pursuit of Rayan Cherki in order to prioritise Moises Caicedo.

More negotiations are set to take place between the Blues and Brighton for the 21-year-old in the coming days, with Chelsea's full focus on reaching an agreement for Caicedo before trying to sign other targets

Feedback from Cherki's representatives

football.london reported earlier this month that Chelsea had contacted Rayan Cherki's representatives in order to gauge how they would feel about a transfer.

It is now understood that the the feedback they received from Cherki's camp was very positive.

'Selfish plea'

Laurent Blanc has advised Rayan Cherki to remain at Olympique Lyonnais for a further year despite interest from Chelsea. In an interview with French newspaper Le Progres, as quoted by RMC Sport, the 57-year-old addressed the futures of Castello Lukeba and the Blues target.

"OL must say, okay if these are figures at an impressive level, but on the other hand at this price (27 million), I tell him to stay one more year in Lyon," said the 57-year-old. "I'd really mind if he left.