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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Chris Wilson

Jamie Redknapp labels Manchester City forward ‘signing of the season’ after win over Newcastle

Cherki scored the second goal late on to put City in control of their Carabao Cup semi-final against Newcastle - (AP)

Former Liverpool midfielder Jamie Redknapp has hailed Manchester City forward Rayan Cherki as “the signing of the season” after the Frenchman scored a late second in City’s win over Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup.

City secured a 2-0 victory in the first leg of their semi-final with a professional performance at St James’ Park, with Antoine Semenyo having opened the scoring before Cherki added a second in the 98th minute.

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