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 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.
- •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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