Manchester City pursues Ayyoub Bouaddi amid Rodri uncertainty
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 12:33 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Manchester City is set to pursue a deal for Ayyoub Bouaddi regardless of Rodri's future with the club, sources indicate. The move suggests that City is looking to bolster their squad even if Rodri remains at the Etihad Stadium. This decision reflects the club's proactive approach to player acquisitions as the transfer window progresses. Bouaddi's potential arrival could impact the current squad composition, although no formal agreements have been announced yet.
- •Manchester City aims to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi this summer.
- •Club is addressing potential uncertainties around Rodri's contract.
- •Sources confirm City is pushing ahead with this transfer pursuit.
- •No final agreement for Bouaddi has been reached yet.
- 1:25 AMESPN Soccer — Sources: City want Bouaddi even if Rodri stays
"Manchester City will push ahead with a deal with Ayyoub Bouaddi regardless of doubts about Rodri's future at the Etihad Stadium, sources have told ESPN.
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