Lille make demand to Arsenal and Liverpool over Ayyoub Bouaddi transfer

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| Sports Reporter Published June 30, 2026 6:23pm Updated June 30, 2026 6:23pm Ayyoub Bouaddi has become a starter for Morocco at just 18 years old (Picture: Getty Images) Ayyoub Bouaddi has become one of the most wanted young players on the planet thanks to his World Cup performances and Lille will not let him leave cheaply, or possibly even this summer. The 18-year-old has been starring for Morocco as they enjoy another fine World Cup outing after their semi-final run in 2022.

The all-action midfielder has attracted the attention of the likes of Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City and Bayern Munich. Understandably, given the level of clubs interested in the Morocco international, Lille want a huge price for his signature.

Morocco celebrate their penalty shootout win over Netherlands (Picture: Getty Images) The Athletic report that Manchester City rate Bouaddi’s versatility and see him as an option in midfield and at right-back. Chelsea’s Malo Gusto has emerged as a target in that position, but a £75m asking price has made a deal unlikely.