Cherki expressed his excitement about being part of Manchester City's squad, stating, "This cup is new and we want to win." He believes he is ready to play due to his familiarity with the Premier League, which he considers the best league in the world.

Cherki is looking forward to his first game at the Etihad Stadium and playing alongside his new teammates. He is eager to experience the energy of the stadium and work together to achieve their goals.

Cherki also discussed his ambitions with Manchester City, saying, "It's very important for me to play in big tournaments like the Club World Cup and the Champions League." He notes that Manchester City's participation in the Champions League was a significant factor in his decision to join the team.

Cherki wants to play in all major cups throughout his career and feels that joining Manchester City is a great opportunity to achieve this goal, especially with the team's involvement in the Champions League.