As a London-based sports data analyst, I’m questioning the sky-high expectations for young talent Cherki. At 21 and costing £40M, he’s not some undiscovered gem—especially when comparing him to players like Rodri and Vinícius who were scouted earlier. This isn’t about dismissing potential; it’s about separating football fantasy from statistical reality. Let’s unpack the numbers behind the hype—and why we might all be setting ourselves up for disappointment.