Arne Slot has been clear about wanting to strengthen his title-winning Liverpool squad, but it appears Manchester City are set to beat him to the signature of a top target in the ongoing transfer window. It would be a failure, as he got personally invested in trying to sign this player.
Their pursuit of Florian Wirtz this summer has shown that Liverpool are prepared to back Arne Slot this summer to ensure that the team remain ahead of their rivals, such as Manchester City, next season.
Liverpool have already confirmed Jeremie Frimpong’s arrival, and are close to securing a deal for the signature of Bournemouth left-back Milo Kerkez this summer.
However, it appears Slot and Liverpool are set to face defeat in the race for a top player who is likely on his way to Manchester City in the ongoing transfer window.
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Liverpool boss Arne Slot is set to lose out to Manchester City in key transfer race
Rayan Cherki is set to leave Lyon this summer, and several Premier League clubs have been keen to get their hands on the French attacking midfielder.
Liverpool are monitoring his situation, and their interest in him is serious as Arne Slot personally flew down to the south of France to meet the Frenchman and his camp last week.
However, Manchester City have taken a decisive lead in the race to sign him after agreeing on personal terms on a contract with Cherki for a move.
According to Sky Deutschland, the midfielder has decided to join Manchester City and has told Lyon about his choice.
The Premier League giants are in talks with Lyon, and the player’s camp are hopeful that the two clubs will soon find an agreement.
Lyon want somewhere between €35m and €40m before agreeing to sanction his sale in the ongoing transfer window.
