Manchester City moves closer to signing Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 8:15 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Manchester City is nearing a deal for Morocco international Ayyoub Bouaddi valued at £85 million following successful negotiations with Lille. City officials believe that integrating Bouaddi immediately into the team will enhance his development as they plan for a midfield rebuild after significant World Cup performances heightened the player's profile. This move follows the recent £116 million acquisition of Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest. Manchester City aims to finalize terms with Lille soon, as they look to secure Bouaddi as one of the brightest young talents in European football.
- •Manchester City confident in signing Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille for £85 million.
- •Negotiations with Lille have made significant progress recently.
- •Bouaddi impressed at the FIFA World Cup, contributing to his rising profile.
- •City's midfield rebuild includes the recent signing of Elliot Anderson for £116 million.
- •Finalization of Bouaddi's transfer is expected soon, pending negotiations.
- 8:15 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester City confident of £85M Ayyoub Bouaddi deal after breakthrough in Lille negotiations
"Man City are now “on course to complete” the signing of Morocco international Ayyoub BouaddiSignificant progress has been made in negotiations with Lille in recent daysOfficials at the Etihad Stad...
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