Maitland-Niles Praises Lyon's Prodigy Cherki Ahead of Europa League Clash

Ainsley Maitland-Niles hails young Lyon sensation Rayan Cherki before facing Manchester United.

Ainsley Maitland-Niles has become one of the leaders at Lyon and has heaped praise on Rayan Cherki. Cherki, 21, has been outstanding this season with nine goals and 18 assists in 36 games across all competitions. Maitland-Niles describes him as the 'best natural talent' he has ever seen. The Lyon team, which also includes several notable players, is preparing to face Manchester United in the Europa League quarter-final. Maitland-Niles reflects on his own career journey, including his time at Arsenal and success with Roma.

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