Liverpool appears to be preparing for life after Mohamed Salah, as reports suggest the club has identified a promising replacement in Rayan Cherki, the highly-rated Lyon winger often compared to Kylian Mbappé.
Salah, who joined Liverpool from AS Roma in 2017, has become one of the club’s all-time greats. However, with his contract expiring in 2025 and speculation about a possible departure, Liverpool is reportedly exploring options for a successor.
According to *Get French Football News*, Liverpool has made inquiries about Cherki following his standout performances for Lyon. The 21-year-old has already drawn comparisons to Mbappé due to his record-breaking achievements in Ligue 1 and dazzling displays since his teenage years. Even Mbappé himself has praised the young talent on social media.
Cherki was reportedly available for just €10 million last summer due to his expiring contract. While clubs like Fulham and PSG expressed interest, Cherki rejected their advances and instead signed a new deal with Lyon, keeping him there until 2026. Despite Lyon’s desire to retain him, another contract refusal could pave the way for a transfer, with Liverpool emerging as a leading contender.
If Liverpool secures Cherki, the Premier League could gain one of Europe’s most exciting young talents—a player poised to make waves much like Salah did upon his arrival at Anfield.