Scouts dispatched: Liverpool have watched history-making starlet who’s the envy of European giants
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Ayyoub Bouaddi Transfer Rumours: Liverpool Scouts Eye Lille Wonderkid
Ayyoub Bouaddi, the 17-year-old French midfielder from Lille, is drawing intense interest from elite European clubs, with Liverpool among those closely monitoring his situation. Bouaddi, a France Under-21 international, is considered one of the hottest teenage talents in European football due to his impressive performances both in Ligue 1 and the Champions League, where his maturity and technical ability stand out for his age.
Clubs linked with Bouaddi include Premier League teams Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa, and Brighton, as well as continental giants like AC Milan, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and RB Leipzig. AC Milan currently appears to be leading the race to sign him and is rumored to be preparing a strong bid ahead of the transfer window.
The Premier League clubs are maintaining close surveillance, having sent scouts to assess Bouaddi's development, and preparing to make a competitive move once he turns 18 on October 2, 2025— the earliest he could transfer to England due to regulations.
Lille is eager to extend Bouaddi’s contract, which runs until 2027, but the youngster may resist, attracted by the prospect of joining top clubs abroad. His market value is estimated at around €28 million (£25-30 million), and Lille would demand a substantial fee to negotiate a sale.
Bouaddi has already amassed over 50 first-team appearances for Lille, regularly featuring in various midfield roles that underscore his versatility and potential. His rise has prompted a fierce transfer battle, with Liverpool, Arsenal, and Manchester United among those hoping to secure his signature in a highly competitive market.
The uncertainty remains whether the allure of England’s Premier League will outshine AC Milan’s established project, but European and Premier League clubs alike are poised for a potentially decisive move once Bouaddi is eligible.
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