Report: Man City set to sign midfielder in £85m deal
Man City transfer latest as Ayyoub Bouaddi move edges closer and Rodri nears Barcelona exitManchester City are advancing in talks to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille, a move that looks increasingly impo...
Manchester City are reportedly in advanced talks to sign 18-year-old midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille in a £85 million deal, according to the Guardian. The move could potentially pave the way for Rodri's transfer to Barcelona. The French club has valued Bouaddi at €100 million, reflecting his high regard across Europe. City manager Enzo Maresca is keen to integrate the Moroccan international immediately into his first-team squad.
This move is part of a broader reset at City, with the club reportedly preparing to sell Rodri, whose £45 million bid was rejected by Barcelona. The arrival of Bouaddi alongside Elliot Anderson could inject much-needed freshness, athleticism, and technical quality into the midfield, following the departure of Bernardo Silva. As City face Arsenal in the Community Shield on Sunday and open their Premier League season against Bournemouth on August 23rd, Maresca appears eager to accelerate the transition.
While the departure of Rodri will be felt, the club's decision to invest in a future cornerstone like Bouaddi suggests confidence in their long-term plans.
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