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Rayan Kolli attracting attention from Ligue 1 and Saudi Pro League sides despite injury setback

Rayan Kolli may still be working his way back from injury, but the young Queens Park Rangers forward is not short of admirers.

A product of the QPR academy, the 20-year-old has impressed in flashes this season and now finds himself at the centre of a potential summer transfer tug-of-war, with top-flight clubs from France and Saudi Arabia circling.

Ligue 1 giants and Saudi clubs circle for QPR’s Rayan Kolli

Rayan Kolli is the subject of growing transfer interest from both Europe and the Middle East, with AS Monaco, Lille, Al-Hilal and Damac FC all making enquiries for the Queens Park Rangers forward, according to a report by Foot Mercato.

The 20-year-old attacker is currently sidelined with a hamstring injury, but that hasn’t stopped clubs from expressing their admiration. Ligue 1 duo Monaco and Lille are reportedly tracking Kolli closely, with the latter said to have tabled a contract proposal.

Meanwhile, Saudi sides Al-Hilal and Damac FC have also entered the frame. Foot Mercato claims that Damac have made a formal offer, while Al-Hilal are impressed by Kolli’s profile and potential.

However, the report stops short of revealing financial details or contract length for any of the offers.

The QPR academy graduate, who has spent over 11 years at the club, remains under contract after signing a new long-term deal in January. Despite his current fitness issues, interest from abroad suggests clubs believe in his long-term value and development trajectory.

Injury hampers momentum in promising season for Rayan Kolli

It’s been a stop-start season for Rayan Kolli, who has shown flashes of promise in the Championship before being ruled out with a hamstring injury in January.

The forward has made 15 league appearances for the Hoops this season, including seven starts, scoring four goals and providing two assists. An FA Cup goal against Leicester City takes his season-tally to five.

Though raw, Kolli has impressed with his direct running, dribbling ability, and physical presence in duels. His pressing game and ball-carrying skills have been eye-catching, even though his first full senior campaign has been disrupted by injury.

Speaking recently to West London Sport, QPR manager Martí Cifuentes confirmed that Kolli has suffered a delay in his recovery and is not yet back in full training.

“During his recovery he got a setback and we need to be very careful,” Cifuentes noted, suggesting Kolli’s role for the remainder of the campaign could be limited.

That hasn’t dampened outside interest, particularly given Kolli’s backstory. The London-born forward has been part of the R's setup since childhood, even serving as a ball boy before breaking into the senior squad.

In January, he committed to his boyhood club by signing a new long-term contract, although QPR chose not to disclose the length of the deal.

Internationally, Kolli has featured for Algeria at U20 level, making two appearances in friendly matches. While he is yet to commit at senior level, the dual-national is seen as a player with international potential.

With his rehabilitation ongoing and interest heating up ahead of the summer window, Kolli’s next move - whether at Loftus Road or beyond - will be one to watch closely.