Lille sets £86m asking price for Arsenal target Ayyoub Bouaddi
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 8:20 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Lille OSC seeks £86 million for midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi amid interest from multiple clubs, including Arsenal. The 19-year-old Moroccan impressed during the World Cup, enhancing his reputation as a key player for his club. Although Arsenal is keen to secure Bouaddi’s signature, Lille prefers to keep him for further development. The asking price may deter potential buyers, signaling Lille's ambition to retain their rising star for now, though Arsenal is closely monitoring the situation as the transfer window approaches its deadline.
- •Lille demands £86 million for Ayyoub Bouaddi's transfer.
- •Arsenal is among clubs interested in signing Bouaddi.
- •Bouaddi has gained recognition for his World Cup performances.
- •Lille prefers to retain Bouaddi for further development.
- •Interest from several clubs indicates high demand for the player.
- 8:20 PMYahoo Sports — Lille wants £86m for Arsenal target to leave this summer
"Arsenal are determined to position themselves at the front of the race to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi this summer, with several clubs also interested in securing the teenage Moroccan star’s signature. The m...
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