Morocco’s Bouaddi to become most-expensive EPL teenager in Manchester City move
Morocco youngster Ayyoub Bouaddi is set to become a Manchester City player following the club’s transfer fee agreement with Lille in the French Ligue. The 18-year-old central midfielder is expected to complete a deal worth a total package of £86 million. Lille are set to receive £81.3 million fixed fee, with rest as add-ons. Bouaddi […]
Moroccan teenager Ayyoub Bouaddi is on the verge of becoming Manchester City's most expensive young footballer in a £86 million deal with Lille. The central midfielder is set to join the Premier League champions, surpassing the club's previous record £58.9 million transfer fee for Leny Yoro in 2024. Bouaddi's move marks Lille's second significant summer signing, following his partner in goal, Jordan Veretout, after the departure of several key players including Rodri, Bernardo Silva, and Tijjani Reijnders.
The 18-year-old made history as the youngest player to represent Lille at the age of 16, breaking the club's record for the youngest player to play 50 matches. Bouaddi's exceptional performances in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where Morocco reached the quarter-finals, have led to his move to Manchester City, his sixth signing this summer.
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