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Manchester City agrees to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 12:10 PM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Manchester City agrees to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille

Summary

Manchester City has reached an agreement to sign Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi for €100 million, including add-ons. The 18-year-old has been a target for City as they address midfield gaps left by Tijjani Reijnders and Rodri's departures. Enzo Maresca's squad prioritizes this signing as they prepare for their opening Premier League match against Bournemouth. Bouaddi, included in Lille's squad for their upcoming match against Angers, is expected to be withdrawn as his transfer approaches. He previously demonstrated his talent during the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Morocco.

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By the Numbers

•Manchester City signs Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille for €100 million.
•Tijjani Reijnders and Rodri left the club, prompting this need.
•Bouaddi shined at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Morocco.
•Transfer occurs ahead of City's opening Premier League match against Bournemouth.
•Bouaddi expected to be withdrawn from Lille's squad against Angers.

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12:10 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester City land their man as midfield reinforcement is on the way

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Manchester City have had their eyes on adding Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi to their squad all summer. With Tijjani Reijnders and Rodri having departed the club, Enzo Maresca’s squad is in need of...
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