Ayoub Bouaddi Signs Six-Year Contract with Manchester City Rabat – Ayyoub Bouaddi, a 18-year-old Morocco international midfielder, has reportedly reached an agreement with Manchester City on a six-year contract that will keep him at the English club until June 2031. The deal, which includes personal terms finalized by both parties, now hinges on resolving the remaining financial details between Manchester City and his current club, Lille. According to Sky Sport, Bouaddi has already been cleared to join the Premier League side, with the focus shifting to finalizing the transfer fee and additional incentives. Manchester City’s sporting director, Hugo Viana, and Lille president Olivier Lelang have maintained frequent communication over the past weeks, exchanging regular phone calls to expedite the process. While the clubs have not yet disclosed the exact financial structure, reports indicate City is prepared to offer around €90 million (MAD 965 million) in guaranteed fees, with performance-based bonuses potentially increasing the total value. Lille, however, has consistently valued Bouaddi closer to the €100 million mark, leading to ongoing negotiations as the French club has rejected several verbal offers from other clubs. Bouaddi, who has emerged as one of Ligue 1’s most promising young midfielders in recent seasons, was previously linked with Arsenal. However, Sky Sport notes that the London club has shifted its focus to other midfield targets, allowing Manchester City to take the lead in the race for the Moroccan talent. The transfer is also being coordinated with potential departures in City’s midfield, as speculation continues to surround Ballon d’Or winner Rodri’s potential move to Real Madrid.#manchester_city #lille #ayoub_bouaddi #hugo_viana #olivier_lelang
