Liverpool faces €70m competition for World Cup midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 9:55 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Liverpool is reportedly interested in signing Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, who has gained attention for his performance at the World Cup with Morocco. Real Madrid has joined the race for the 18-year-old, further complicating Liverpool's pursuit. Lille is demanding at least €70m for Bouaddi, who recently signed a contract extension until 2029, giving the French club strong negotiating leverage. Bouaddi's emergence has drawn significant interest from top European clubs, including Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain. Liverpool must weigh the potential investment against the backdrop of increased competition.
- •Liverpool linked with Ayyoub Bouaddi following his World Cup performances.
- •Real Madrid intensifies interest as recruitment scouts monitor him closely.
- •Lille values Bouaddi at €70m amid interest from multiple top clubs.
- •Bouaddi's contract extension until 2029 strengthens Lille's negotiating position.
- •Liverpool must carefully assess their bid strategy with rising competition.
- 9:55 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Liverpool must pay €70m to sign World Cup midfielder
"Liverpool Face Fresh Competition as Real Madrid Join Race for Ayyoub BouaddiLiverpool’s recruitment team have rarely shied away from identifying elite young talent before the rest of Europe fully ca...
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