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Bayern, Arsenal, Manchester clubs track Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 7:43 AM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Bayern, Arsenal, Manchester clubs track Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi

Summary

Eighteen-year-old Ayyoub Bouaddi has gained attention during the World Cup, showcasing his skills in midfield for Morocco. Clubs including Bayern Munich, Arsenal, Manchester City, and Manchester United are reportedly monitoring the Lille player, whose performances have impressed scouts. Lille is asking for €80-100 million for Bouaddi, a fee that may be high for Bayern, who plan to spend heavily this summer. If a transfer occurs, Lille would prefer to loan Bouaddi back for an additional year to aid his development. Morocco will continue their World Cup campaign against the Netherlands on Tuesday at 03:00 CEST.

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Key Details

•Ayyoub Bouaddi is 18 years old and plays for Lille.
•Bayern Munich, Arsenal, Manchester City, and Manchester United are interested.
•Lille demands €80-100 million for Bouaddi.
•Lille prefers to loan Bouaddi back for one year if sold.
•Morocco's next match is against the Netherlands on Tuesday.

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18-year-old Ayyoub Bouaddi has been one of the revelations of the World Cup so far, impressing in midfield for Morocco.The Lille midfielder’s performances have reportedly caught the eye of some of E...
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