Rayan Cherki has explained how he envisions himself fitting into Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City squad after completing his much-awaited move from Lyon.

Rayan Cherki received tremendous praise from Didier Deschamps after Manchester City-bound star's first start for the France national team.

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate has offered support to Rayan Cherki following his £30million move to Manchester City. The 21-year-old was one of the latest faces through the door at the Etihad Stadium as Pep Guardiola bolstered his side ahead of the Club World Cup.

France manager Didier Deschamps rewarded Cherki for his 25-min game-changing cameo with a full debut against Germany in the third-place fixture – and Manchester City’s latest signing now has the chance to showcase his talents in a sky blue jersey after being named in the travelling squad for the Club World Cup.

The France playmaker is a mercurial genius who is set to transform Manchester City's midfield. There is far more to him than meets the eye

Manchester City have completed the signing of France midfielder Rayan Cherki from Lyon for an initial fee of 36million euros (£30.5m)

RAYAN CHERKI has never been afraid of giving two fingers – and sometimes even more – to his haters on and off the pitch. Manchester City’s new £34m midfielder is a maverick with a history of

While France were on the attack, the Lyon man attempted to free himself of pressure and spun away from Pascal Groß before he encountered Wirtz, but this was no issue for Cherki as he nutmegged his opponent, causing fans to react on social media.