Man City Complete Signing Of Ayyoub Bouaddi From Lille

Man City sign Morocco star Ayyoub Bouaddi

Ayyoub Bouaddi joins Man City in €100m deal as Enzo Maresca rebuilds midfield.

Man City sign Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille For £85.5m...

Manchester City have announced the signing of Lille teenager Ayyoub Bouaddi for a reported €100m (£85.5m) including add-ons. The Morocco international broke out at the World Cup.

Bouaddi arrives as City begin a new era under Enzo Maresca. The club is rebuilding its midfield after the exits of Rodri, Bernardo Silva and Tijjani Reijnders.

Bouaddi becomes City’s sixth signing of the summer, following Elliot Anderson, Pierce Charles, Jeremy Monga, Mathys Detourbet and Geronimo Rulli. 

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“This is a very special day for me and my family,” Bouaddi said.

“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. I have spent most of my life working hard to become the best player I can be and reach the top of the game.   

“I’ve watched City for many years, and I love their style of play. City always try and play quality football. And they have shown they are winners – this Club feels like it’s built to win.”

Bouaddi was in high demand after starring for Morocco at the World Cup, and he will now play for City at the Etihad in the 2026/27 season.

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He could make his City debut as soon as Friday, August 28th, when they face Crystal Palace.