Lille targets Real Madrid's Cestero as Bouaddi replacement amid transfer talks
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 9:45 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Lille OSC is preparing for the likely departure of midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, whose transfer to Manchester City appears imminent. Matteo Moretto reports that Lille has identified Real Madrid's Jorge Cestero as a potential successor. The 20-year-old, a standout from Real Madrid's academy, shows promise and has been training with the first team. As Lille enters a new phase under coach Davide Ancelotti, they are focused on restructuring the squad to adapt to upcoming changes, including possible departures of key players.
- •Ayyoub Bouaddi is close to transferring to Manchester City.
- •Lille has targeted Jorge Cestero from Real Madrid as a replacement.
- •Cestero is considered one of the brightest prospects in La Fabrica.
- •Lille is undergoing significant squad changes under new management.
- •Cestero has potential for first-team experience at Lille through a possible loan.
- 9:45 AMYahoo Sports — Lille line up Real Madrid midfielder as replacement for Man City-bound Ayyoub Bouaddi
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Lille identify Real Madrid prospect as potential successor for Man City’s Rodri replacement
"Lille are already planning for the possible departure of Ayyoub Bouaddi, with Matteo Moretto reporting the Ligue 1 side have identified Real Madrid midfielder Jorge Cestero as a potential replacement....
"Lille are considering Real Madrid’s Jorge Cestero as a replacement for Ayyoub BouaddiThe development comes as Man City close in on a verbal agreement with the 18-year-oldCestero is part of Real Madr...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 9:45 AMLille line up Real Madrid midfielder as replacement for Man City-bound Ayyoub Bouaddi
Lille are considering Real Madrid’s Jorge Cestero as a replacement for Ayyoub BouaddiThe development comes as Man City close in on a verbal agreement with the 18-year-oldCestero is part of Real Madr...
- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 11:30 AMLille identify Real Madrid prospect as potential successor for Man City’s Rodri replacement
Lille are already planning for the possible departure of Ayyoub Bouaddi, with Matteo Moretto reporting the Ligue 1 side have identified Real Madrid midfielder Jorge Cestero as a potential replacement....
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