Man City star 'storms out' of France dressing room after bust-up with £123m Liverpool signing

Cherki stormed out of France's dressing room after a heated exchange with Liverpool winger Barcola following their 3-1 Nations League defeat to Italy.

Rayan Cherki and Bradley Barcola clashed at half-time during France's 3-1 Nations League loss to Italy on Thursday at the San Siro. The pair were spotted in a heated exchange after Pio Esposito's equaliser, and tensions remained high through the final whistle. Cherki left the French dressing room furious after the match, fresh from his confrontation with the Liverpool winger.

The incident marks a rivalry between the two French players now competing in the Premier League. Barcola joined Liverpool from Paris Saint-Germain in a £123 million deal over the summer, while Cherki arrived at Manchester City from Lyon for £34 million in summer 2025.

Cherki has made an immediate impact under manager Enzo Maresca with seven goal contributions in nine league games, while Barcola has three assists in eight appearances.