Lille president Létang states Ayyoub Bouaddi will remain amid City interest

Lille president Olivier Létang affirmed that 18-year-old midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi is likely to stay at the club this summer despite interest from Manchester City. Létang noted that Bouaddi is keen to remain, emphasizing the importance of his role at Lille, which competes in the Champions League. City has shown significant interest, including a meeting between Létang and CEO Ferran Soriano to discuss a possible transfer. However, the Lille president has firmly stated that they will not sell unless they can find a suitable replacement. The situation remains fluid as the summer transfer window approaches its deadline, with Bouaddi's future under scrutiny.

• 5:30 AMYahoo Sports — Lille president insists Ayyoub Bouaddi will stay put and rebuff Manchester City interest