Zidane: I would have loved to play with Cherki

Zinédine Zidane has singled out Manchester City midfielder Rayan Cherki for special praise.

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What happened. France manager Zinédine Zidane expressed admiration for Manchester City midfielder Rayan Cherki, saying he would have loved to play alongside him.

• Cherki, 23, earned a France call-up.
• Zidane is now France manager.
• Zidane praised Cherki's playing style.

“I would have loved to play with him”

— Zinédine Zidane

Cherki will look to impress Zidane during the international break.

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