Manchester City joins Arsenal in pursuit of Ayyoub Bouaddi
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 8:47 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Manchester City has entered the competition to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille. The Moroccan midfielder is now a target for both City and Arsenal ahead of the summer transfer window. Bouaddi's performances in Ligue 1 have garnered interest from several clubs, increasing the stakes in the upcoming negotiations. City will look to bolster their midfield options as they prepare for the next season.
- •Manchester City and Arsenal are both interested in Ayyoub Bouaddi.
- •Bouaddi currently plays for Lille in Ligue 1.
- •The summer transfer window opens soon, intensifying negotiations.
- •Bouaddi's performances have attracted attention from multiple clubs.
- •City aims to enhance their squad depth ahead of next season.
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"Manchester City are the latest team to join the race for Lille and Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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