Cherki: Lyon's 'Natural Talent' Hailed as Exceptional by Maitland-Niles

In the UEFA Europa League quarter-final, Ainsley Maitland-Niles' Lyon will face Manchester United at the Groupama Stadium on Thursday (20:00 BST). Maitland-Niles, a former Arsenal player, praises Lyon's young star Rayan Cherki, describing him as the "best natural talent" he has ever seen. Cherki, 21, has nine goals and 18 assists in 36 games this season and ranks second in Ligue 1 for completed dribbles. Maitland-Niles shares his thoughts on his departure from Arsenal, his time at Lyon, and the Gunners' reliance on Bukayo Saka. He also discusses his successful loan spell at Roma under Jose Mourinho. Lyon will face United with the ambition to reach the Champions League.


Source: BBC Sports Football

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