Manchester United targets Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille for record transfer

Manchester United is pursuing Ayyoub Bouaddi, an 18-year-old midfielder from Lille, as they seek to strengthen their central midfield. The player has impressed at the World Cup with Morocco, enhancing his market value. Lille chairman Olivier Létang indicated that a fee exceeding £100 million would be required to secure Bouaddi's transfer, especially after recent high-profile signings. United's interest in Bouaddi intensifies following the failure to acquire other defensive targets. The club may need to set a new transfer record, surpassing Paul Pogba's previous mark of £89 million.

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