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Morocco international Ayyoub Bouaddi has completed a €100 million transfer from Lille to Manchester City. The 18-year-old midfielder, who impressed at the FIFA World Cup 2026, will continue his development at the Premier League club ahead of the 2030 World Cup.
Manchester City and Lille are in the final stages of negotiations for Ayyoub Bouaddi, with a new round of talks scheduled. Bouaddi is waiting for the green light to travel for medical tests and join Man City.
Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi is on the bench today as negotiations with Manchester City enter their final stages. The move is expected to happen now rather than in summer 2027.
Ayyoub Bouaddi and his camp have agreed personal terms with Manchester City, who are expected to finalize a deal with Lille. Bouaddi reportedly prefers a move now rather than in 2027.
Manchester City are in the final stages of negotiations to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille, with a deal between the clubs very close. Talks with the player are ongoing.
Manchester City are pushing to finalize a deal for Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi, with talks progressing today. Agreement between clubs and on personal terms is reportedly closer.
Manchester City are in direct club-to-club talks with Lille over a deal for Ayyoub Bouaddi. Negotiations are ongoing with both player and club, with City the most interested club. A decision on a move now or in June 2027 is pending.
Manchester City are pushing hard to sign 18-year-old Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, with a fee around €100m. The Morocco international would join City immediately, while other suitors prefer a loan back to Lille. PSG are not in contention.
Ayyoub Bouaddi says he has no regrets about choosing to represent Morocco over France, expressing pride in his decision.
Ayyoub Bouaddi, Desire Doue, Nico O'Reilly and Lamine Yamal impressed in the Round of 16, strengthening their claims for the FIFA Young Player Award. The prize is awarded to the best player born on or after 1 January 2005.
Morocco's Ayyoub Bouaddi, 18, has impressed at the World Cup, drawing interest from Manchester City, Arsenal, Real Madrid, Barcelona, and PSG. The Lille midfielder's performances against Brazil have highlighted his potential, with comparisons to Sergio Busquets.
Manchester City have held initial talks for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi as a future target. Four clubs are involved, while PSG are not advancing due to different priorities.
While Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo made their mark at the 2026 World Cup, a new generation of young players also impressed. From Ibrahim Mbaye to Lamine Yamal, several teenagers seized their moments. BBC Sport highlights five breakout stars from the group stage.
Ayyoub Bouaddi, an 18-year-old midfielder, made a stunning World Cup debut for Morocco against Brazil, drawing praise from teammate Olivier Giroud. Despite interest from France, Bouaddi chose to represent Morocco, fulfilling a childhood dream.
Lille and Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi acknowledges interest from clubs but says his focus remains on the World Cup.
