Enzo Maresca finds his 'new Rodri'! Man City agree record-breaking deal for Lille starlet Ayyoub Bouaddi
Manchester City has signed 18-year-old Moroccan midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille for a record-breaking fee of up to €100 million. The teenager is intended to serve as the long-term successor to Rodri following his departure to Barcelona.
Why it matters
This transfer represents a significant financial investment and a strategic shift for Manchester City as they look to rebuild their midfield under manager Enzo Maresca.
Manchester City have taken a massive step toward securing their long-term future in midfield by reaching a full agreement to sign Lille sensation Ayyoub Bouaddi. The 18-year-old Moroccan international is set to arrive at the Etihad Stadium as the designated heir to Rodri in a deal that shatters transfer records.
Man City have moved decisively to fill the void left by Rodri, securing a deal for Morocco midfielder Bouaddi from Lille. According to The Athletic , the agreement with Lille consists of an initial €95 million plus €5 million in potential add-ons. The teenager has put pen to paper on a long-term deal keeping him at the Etihad Stadium until the summer of 2031, which also contains a club option to extend his stay by an additional year.
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