"Manchester City reaches an agreement with Bouaddi"

The Moroccan midfielder arrives in England to replace Rodri

Mario Roldán Martínez | 3 Aug 2026 | 17.00
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<p>Ayyoub Bouaddi, Lille player / Madein Foot</p>
<p>Ayyoub Bouaddi, Lille player / Madein Foot</p>

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Ayyoub Bouaddi, a 18-year-old midfielder from Lille, is getting closer to being a new player for Manchester City. The English club has already reached a verbal agreement with the player and is in negotiations with the French club to finalize the transfer during this summer transfer window, although there is still no definitive agreement between the two entities. The deal revolves around 100 million euros, according to various reports published in England.

The English club has accelerated the talks after making progress on personal terms with the Moroccan international, putting them ahead of other European clubs also tracking the player's development. The next goal is to reach an understanding with Lille, which is maintaining a strong position in the negotiation.

The agreement with Ayyoub Bouaddi is well underway

The major breakthrough in the deal has occurred on the player's front. Ayyoub Bouaddi is already aware of Manchester City's proposal, and both parties have reached a verbal agreement while discussions continue between the clubs to finalize the transfer fee.

Lille considers the midfielder one of the most valuable assets in their squad and has no intention of facilitating his departure. The financial reference for the negotiations is around 100 million euros, with options also being explored to reduce the upfront payment, such as a deferred payment or a subsequent loan.

Bouaddi has emerged as one of the most promising young talents in European football. At 18 years old, his growth both at Lille and with the Moroccan national team during the World Cup has increased the interest of several top clubs.

Ayyoub Bouaddi, one of the revelations of the World Cup / Getty Images

Manchester City accelerates for Ayyoub Bouaddi with an eye on the future

Manchester City's move also responds to the uncertainty surrounding the future of Rodri, whose contract ends in 2027 and whose continuity remains an open issue as the club works to renew him. The potential arrival of Ayyoub Bouaddi does not necessarily mean the departure of the Spanish international but represents a strategic investment to secure the generational change in midfield.

The interest from the English club has not gone unnoticed. Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Bayern Munich have also closely monitored the player's progress in recent months, although the most advanced negotiations belong to the English champions.

Lille maintains a strong position

Lille continues to negotiate from a position of strength. The French club is not in urgent need to close the sale and aims to obtain a figure close to 100 million euros, making it potentially one of the most significant deals in their history.

The next step will be to bridge the economic positions between both entities. With the verbal agreement already in place with the player, the outcome will depend on Manchester City and Lille finding a formula that satisfies both parties. Meanwhile, Ayyoub Bouaddi remains a key target for the English champions and a negotiation that could enter its decisive phase in the coming days.

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