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Manchester City confirms Bouaddi signing as players exit ahead of new season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 12:48 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Manchester City confirms Bouaddi signing as players exit ahead of new season

Summary

Manchester City confirmed the signing of teenage Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi on August 26, 2026. The club is also linked with Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez while players Nico Gonzalez and Omar Marmoush are reportedly set to leave. Fans' opinions are mixed regarding the exits, with some seeing it as a necessary step towards strengthening the squad. Concerns about losing key defensive players persist, particularly with the departure of Ake, Akanji, and Stones without adequate replacements. Upcoming recruitment is a focal point for supporters as the squad undergoes significant changes.

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Status Watch

•Ayyoub Bouaddi signed from Morocco, confirmed on August 26.
•Nico Gonzalez and Omar Marmoush are likely departing the club.
•Fans express varied concerns over squad depth and player exits.
•City is looking to recruit replacements following significant outgoings.
•Links to Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez continue as part of transfer negotiations.

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12:48 PMYahoo Sports — Player exits 'part of game' and 'shows club are being decisive' - fan views

What they're saying

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Manchester City confirmed the signing of teenage Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi on Wednesday and links to Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez continue. Meanwhile, with Nico Gonzalez and Omar Marmoush on the verge of leaving the club, we asked whether you are concerned by the number of players exiting during the summer transfer window. To get two young but already proven talents like Anderson and Bouaddi in return seems like good business.
— Yahoo Sports

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