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Arsenal eye Rayan Cherki as City’s financial woes raise Haaland contact speculation

Standard reports Arsenal may pursue Cherki while monitoring Haaland after City’s financial breach ruling.

By Felo News Desk · Published Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:20:23 GMT

Standard.co.uk reported on 1 October that Arsenal are linked with a move for Rayan Cherki and are in contact about Erling Haaland following Manchester City’s recent Premier League financial‑rules ruling.

Cherki, who joined City for around £30 million in 2025 and is contracted until 2030, could become available if City’s appeal against a guilty verdict on 114 of 115 financial breaches fails, potentially prompting a fire‑sale.

Arsenal and Liverpool are said to be interested in Cherki, while Paris Saint‑Germain, Real Madrid and Barcelona have also monitored the 23‑year‑old.

The report also notes Arsenal’s broader interest in City’s striker Haaland, although no formal approach has been confirmed.

Key facts

• Arsenal are linked with a move for Rayan Cherki. (standard.co.uk)
• Cherki joined Manchester City for about £30 million in 2025 and is under contract until 2030. (standard.co.uk)
• Manchester City were found guilty of 114 of 115 financial breaches by the Premier League. (standard.co.uk)
• Arsenal are also reported to be in contact about Erling Haaland. (standard.co.uk)

Sources

• [1] standard.co.uk — originally reported as “Transfer news LIVE: Cherki to Arsenal, Haaland contact; Liverpool make Schade move”