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  "title": "EPL: Man City sign teenage star Bouaddi from Lille",
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  "published": "2026-08-26T11:42:16.000Z",
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  "account": "Manchester City have secured the signing of Moroccan teenager Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille on a five-year deal. The 18-year-old has agreed to remain at the Etihad until 2031. Bouaddi made his Lille debut at just 16, becoming the club's youngest-ever senior player, and has since made 96 appearances for the French club. He also shone for Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, starting all six matches as they reached the quarter-finals. Bouaddi's transfer to City comes as the club embarks on a significant midfield rebuild. He is the latest addition to a group that already includes England's Elliot Anderson. The Moroccan midfielder is expected to further develop under manager Enzo Maresca at the Etihad.",
  "summary": "Manchester City completes the signing of highly-rated Moroccan midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille on a five-year deal, bolstering their midfield. Read More: https://punchng.com/2224506-2/",
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