Liverpool is considering making mid-season additions to their strong squad in the upcoming January transfer window. Amidst their successful campaigns in various competitions, the Reds are eyeing Lyon's Rayan Cherki, who has been in impressive form with five goals and seven assists this season. Liverpool has reportedly positioned themselves as top contenders for the 21-year-old's signature, with rivals PSG not in the hunt. However, they faced disappointment in the summer as Martin Zubimendi rejected a move, but the Reds may have a chance to sign the Sunderland wonderkid Trey Ogunsuyi, who has been in fine form in the youth teams.
In a nail-biting encounter, Sunrisers Hyderabad pulled off an unlikely one-run win against Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League. Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who finished with figures of 41-3, was the star performer as he removed key players Jos Butler and Sanju Samson for ducks in the first over of Rajasthan's chase. Despite a counter-attacking partnership between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rayan Parag, Rajasthan suffered a collapse in the end, leading to a tense finale where only seven runs were needed off the last over. However, Kumar maintained his composure and trapped Rovman Powell in front to seal the victory for his team.
After a difficult and trying season, Olympique Lyonnais has the opportunity to redeem themselves by clinching a spot in the Coupe de France final by defeating second-tier team Valenciennes. Manager Pierre Sage has stressed the importance of adapting to the opponent's playing style and staying vigilant on the field. One particular player to keep an eye on is French international Rayan Cherki, who has been gaining more playing time in the cup journey. The expected line-up for Lyon includes key players such as Matic, Caqueret, Tolisso, and Lacazette.
Matheus Cunha's hat-trick leads Wolverhampton Wanderers to a 4-2 victory against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. The Brazilian striker turned the match around after Cole Palmer's early lead for Chelsea, with Rayan Ait-Nouri adding an own goal before Cunha's impressive third goal. Despite a late consolation goal from Thiago Silva, Wolves' victory lifts them to 10th place in the Premier League standings.