Erling Haaland has once again shown off his playful side on social media, sharing a cheeky update as Manchester City travelled to London for their Premier League clash with Brentford. The Norwegian forward poked fun at teammate Rayan Cherki, joking about being "stuck" next to the Frenchman on the team plane in a moment that delighted City fans online.

Haaland makes fun of Man City star 'Schjerki'

Manchester City stars boarded a flight to London ahead of Sunday’s game against Brentford, where Haaland shared a lighthearted Snapchat story alongside new teammate Rayan Cherki. The striker quipped, "Donnarumma doesn’t want to sit next to me anymore, so now I have to sit next to fat French Schjerki."

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The Norwegian’s banter reflects his close bond with the summer signing, who joined City from Lyon earlier this year. Despite a three-year age gap, Haaland has seemingly taken Cherki under his wing as the Frenchman adjusts to life in Manchester, as reported by .

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Cherki has endured a stop-start beginning to his City career after suffering a quadriceps injury at the end of August. The France international resumed group training last weekend and is expected to make his return against Brentford. Before his setback, he featured twice in the Premier League, scoring once, and has impressed Pep Guardiola with his flair and creativity in attack.

Cherki to return against Brentford?

City will look to maintain momentum in their pursuit of another Premier League crown when they face Brentford on Sunday evening. Haaland, who already has 11 goals in eight matches this season, will again lead the line for Guardiola’s side. Cherki, meanwhile, could be handed minutes from the bench as he continues his recovery and builds chemistry with his new teammates.