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Ayyoub Bouaddi Transfer from LOSC Lille to Manchester United

Ayyoub Bouaddi has admitted a departure from Lille in the summer is possible, even though he recently signed a contract extension with the Ligue 1 side. Manchester United are also monitoring the player.

Ayyoub Bouaddi has admitted that anything can happen amid significant transfer speculation linking him with a move to the Premier League next year. The France U21 international has emerged as a top target for Manchester United ahead of the 2026 January transfer window. Manchester United are expected to compete to sign him next year.

Manchester United are reportedly among the clubs to have joined Arsenal in seeking to sign Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi next year. Foot Mercato claim that Bayern Munich, Inter Milan, Juventus, Man Utd, Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid are all interested in signing him next year, in addition to Arsenal.

According to Foot Mercato, Lille is open to selling Ayyoub Bouaddi and has set a starting valuation of 60 million euros. The club's president, Olivier Letang, has already tasked agents with gathering offers for the player.

Manchester United is still pursuing Ayyoub Bouaddi. According to a source, LOSC is not against the midfielder's departure, but would require a sum of 60 million euros.

Tuttomercato reports that both Manchester clubs are closely monitoring the progress of negotiations for Ayyoub Bouaddi.

It is understood that Manchester United are very keen on Ayyoub Bouaddi. A deal for the 18-year-old may be ambitious as he has many suitors. The player might also believe he has a better chance of playing more at a club like Man Utd.

Manchester United have identified Ayyoub Bouaddi as a potential target. Dean Jones told TEAMtalk that Bouaddi is a player Manchester United really like and have watched many times. Jones added that they are aware other clubs are also pursuing him and that he anticipates someone could make an offer for the player in January. Manchester United will be hoping to sign him for a reasonable amount of money.

According to TeamTalk, Manchester United prioritizes acquiring a midfielder in January and considers Ayyoub Bouaddi a major target. The source also states that the club is actively monitoring the player, and an offer this winter is considered probable, partly to counter competition from clubs including Juventus. LOSC has set an estimated price for the 18-year-old between €30m and €40m. This sum is said to have reduced the interest of the Italian club, but not that of Manchester United.

Discussions are taking place among Manchester United officials over a possible move for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi. Caught Offside reveals that United have scouted the teenager extensively and are considering making a move for him. According to Dean Jones, while Bouaddi is seen as an interesting player for United and one that director of recruitment, Christopher Vivell, is particularly fond of, a transfer to Old Trafford in the winter window is considered highly unlikely at this point. Bouaddi is valued at €50m (£44m, $58m), and his contract expires in 2027.

The Daily Briefing has reported that Manchester United have had internal discussions over signing Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi. According to sources, United have scouted Bouaddi thoroughly, and Christopher Vivell is said to rate the 18-year-old highly. United are currently being credited with the strongest interest, although there have not yet been any talks or offers for the player.

Manchester United scouts have attended several Lille matches this season to monitor Bouaddi, according to information from Paddy Attacking Football. Bouaddi is expected to leave LOSC for 45 million euros, and his contract with the club runs until June 2027.

According to Team Talk, Manchester United has also joined the chase for Ayyoub Bouaddi. Christopher Vivell, the head of youth talent recruitment, is said to have been charmed by the Lille player. Bouaddi's profile perfectly matches Manchester United's new philosophy, which focuses on the emergence of promising young players. According to exclusive information from Africafoot, Manchester United's interest may be fueled by Bouaddi's contractual situation, as by the summer of 2026 he will have only one year left on his contract with Lille. His market value is estimated at 30 million euros and he earns an annual salary of 270,000 euros.

Manchester United are considering moving for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi. According to TEAMtalk transfer insider Dean Jones, the player was watched by many scouts in a recent game against PSG where he played a full 90 minutes. Jones wrote that Man Utd and Christopher Vivell 'definitely like him'. There are concerns over the current state of the club and how much of an immediate impact he could have on Ruben Amorim’s squad. It is reportedly difficult to know how an offer would be measured because the club is in a 'very fragile stage' of its squad rebuild. Jones believes Bouaddi is 'extremely good' and could make an impact on the current players, adding that he thinks United 'would open up a pathway for him'.

According to journalist Ekrem Konur, Manchester United are likely to be among the teams to watch in the race for Bouaddi's signature, and the player could be available for a fee of around £40m.

Manchester United have sent scouts to watch Bouaddi and are closely tracking him this season. The club is among the Premier League teams prepared to act if an opportunity to sign him emerges.

Manchester United is one of the English clubs that have recently observed Bouaddi's performances, receiving highly positive feedback. The Lille youngster has attracted significantly more attention due to his 20 appearances in Ligue 1 and his standout performances in the Champions League, including a last-16 knockout match against Dortmund. Nevertheless, Bouaddi is unable to transfer to a new team until January 2026, when he turns 18, allowing clubs time to plan their strategies. Despite the ongoing speculation, Lille aims to either secure a new contract with him or achieve a lucrative transfer similar to Leny Yoro's €62 million move to Manchester United last summer.

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