Roma is monitoring Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi, an 18-year-old Moroccan international, as one of their alternative midfield targets. The club faces competition for the midfielder, whose valuation has increased because of his recent performances with Morocco at the World Cup. Several European clubs, including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Real Madrid, and Paris Saint-Germain, have been linked with him. For the 2025/2026 season in Ligue 1, Bouaddi made 30 appearances and provided 1 assist. His contract with Lille runs until June 2029, and his current market value is €50.00m according to Transfermarkt. Recent reports from June 2026 value the player between €60 million and €80 million. An offer of €60 million from Arsenal was reportedly rejected, and Lille are said to be demanding a minimum of €70 million.