In an exclusive interview with the newspaper The Team this Thursday, April 17, Paulo Fonseca, the coach of Olympique Lyonnais, took the opportunity to look at the remarkable performance of its attacker, Rayan Cherki. The young player, who made an exceptional season with eleven goals and eighteen assists, arouses the admiration of his coach, who nevertheless emphasizes the need for continuous evolution to reach his full potential. Attention has focused on the patience and tactical positioning of the player, Fonseca noting that his ambition to be constantly at the heart of the game can sometimes lead him to lack of discernment in his movements.

Despite this observation, the Portuguese coach highlighted the undeniable technical quality of Rayan Cherki, a rare and valuable skill. He acknowledged that the requirement of a constant defensive effort can be difficult to reconcile with the offensive profile of the player, adding that it is illusory to want to radically transform certain aspects of his game. This nuanced analysis demonstrates the complexity of coaching a promising talent, where continuous improvement requires understanding and adapting expectations.

The look now turns to the quarter final of the Europa League against Manchester United, where the Lyon fans hope to see Rayan Cherki, who had already scored a saving goal to go to, fully assume his role. The international hope is expected as a key player to allow Olympique Lyonnais to reverse the situation and qualify for the semifinals.