Cherki's comments come after a strong performance last season, where he scored 12 goals and provided 20 assists in 44 matches for Lyon. Despite his impressive stats, he insists that he's not a "stats guy" and that his focus is on playing the game with passion and energy.

When asked about his time at Lyon, Cherki expressed his loyalty to the club, revealing that he was disappointed when Manchester United knocked them out of the competition last season. He's now looking forward to facing United again and helping City win their matches.

Cherki has been given the freedom to express himself on the pitch by City manager Pep Guardiola, who has encouraged him to be creative and use his skills to help the team.

Since joining City for £34M, Cherki has made a strong impact, scoring four goals and providing four assists. After a period of injury, he's now back to full speed and is thriving under Guardiola's guidance.