[Saba Sports News] In the recent Manchester derby in the Premier League, Manchester United defeated Manchester City 2-0 at home. After the match, City midfielder Rayan Cherki faced collective mockery from United fans as he left the pitch due to previous comments he made about United. Last season, Cherki, playing for Lyon, encountered Manchester United in the Europa League, where they were eliminated in the quarter-finals with a score of 6-7 over two legs.
After joining Manchester City last summer, Cherki had said, “I didn’t like that Manchester United beat Lyon because I’m from Lyon, and I was waiting to ‘kill’ them in the match. At that time, I wanted to join Manchester City. When I spoke with Guardiola, he made it very clear that he wanted me; the system, the club, and the city here are fantastic. I’m eager for victory, and Manchester City aims to win everything. This suits me better. Look at Rodri; he won the Ballon d’Or here. Obviously, anything is possible at Manchester City, and that’s exactly why I came.”
These comments have left a deep impression on Manchester United fans. After this Manchester derby, United fans in the stands gestured mockingly at Cherki, expressing their emotions, while Cherki smiled and bowed his head as he walked into the tunnel.