Ayoub Bouaddi nears Manchester City move after agreeing personal terms
Moroccan youngster Ayoub Bouaddi has agreed personal terms with Manchester City as the Premier League club closes in on a deal with Lille.
Moroccan football prodigy Ayoub Bouaddi has reached a personal agreement with Manchester City, bringing the Premier League club closer to finalizing the deal. According to transfer news outlet Fabrizio Romano, talks between the two sides have advanced significantly. At just 18 years old, Bouaddi is eager to move to Manchester City immediately and is not willing to wait until 2027 for the transfer to complete.
Bouaddi's potential arrival could have implications for other players, as midfielder Rodri has reportedly expressed interest in joining Barcelona. Previously rumored to be a target for Real Madrid, the midfielder may now be set to depart Manchester City.
Born in Morocco, Bouaddi began his professional career with Lille before switching allegiances to represent Morocco's national team, the Atlas Lions. He made an impact in international football when he played for Morocco in the 2026 World Cup, notably in their opening match against Brazil, which ended in a 1-1 draw.
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