Lille has already initiated contact with Real Madrid regarding Jorge Cestero, a defensive midfielder for Castilla. According to Marca, Lille considers Jorge Cestero the ideal profile to replace Bouaddi. Lille is also considering a loan deal for the player, an arrangement that would allow the young Spaniard to gain high-level experience without permanently leaving Real Madrid's project.

Lille is considering Jorge Cestero, a 20-year-old Spanish central midfielder from Real Madrid Castilla, as a replacement for Ayyoub Bouaddi. He joined the club in July 2025 and his contract runs until 2028. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €7.50m. Fulham has also been linked with the player.