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Arsenal pursues Ayyoub Bouaddi amid Manchester United interest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 3:40 PM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Arsenal pursues Ayyoub Bouaddi amid Manchester United interest

Summary

Arsenal is making a push to acquire LOSC Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, currently targeted by Manchester United. The 18-year-old has made 42 appearances this season and will represent Morocco at the World Cup. Arsenal reportedly submitted a £52 million offer, which Lille rejected, seeking up to £60 million instead. With a range of European clubs monitoring Bouaddi, including Liverpool and Chelsea, his World Cup performance may affect transfer negotiations. Arsenal aims to strengthen their squad following their Premier League title win.

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•Bouaddi has established himself as a key player for Lille this season.
•Arsenal's £52 million bid for Bouaddi was rejected by Lille.
•Lille is holding out for a fee of around £60 million.
•Bouaddi's World Cup performance could enhance his market value.
•Manchester United remains interested but faces budget constraints.

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3:40 PMYahoo Sports — Ayyoub Bouaddi: Arsenal’s plan to beat Man United to Lille starlet explained

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Manchester United’s interest in LOSC Lille wonderkid Ayyoub Bouaddi is under serious threat from Arsenal, according to the latest report.Ligue 1 StarletDespite only turning 18 in October, Bouaddi ha...
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