Manchester City sign Morocco midfielder Bouaddi from Lille

The talented 18-year-old Moroccan midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi is thrilled to join the prestigious Manchester City, widely regarded as the finest football club in the world. He completed his transfer from the Ligue 1 team Lille on Wednesday, signing a five-year contract for a reported sum of €100 million.

Expressing his excitement, Bouaddi said: "This is a very special day for me and my family. Manchester City are, for me, the best club in the world. It’s a dream to be here and be able to call myself a City player." The young player has been devoted to honing his skills and achieving greatness, and his admiration for Manchester City’s style of play is evident.

Bouaddi admires the club’s emphasis on quality football and their record of success. He anticipates playing in front of the enthusiastic fans at the iconic Etihad Stadium, and is eager to contribute to the club’s pursuit of trophies. He acknowledges that he has much to improve, but is optimistic that the world-class squad and the guidance of manager Enzo Marsesca will help him realize his potential.

Manchester City's director of football, Hugo Viana, described Bouaddi as a player of exceptional talent. At just 18 years old, he already demonstrates outstanding football intelligence, which will undoubtedly grow under the club’s guidance. The club has closely monitored his progress and is confident that he will flourish at the Etihad Stadium.