Manchester City Close In on Lille Wonderkid Ayyoub Bouaddi as Romano Teases ‘Here We Go’

According to renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano, Ayyoub Bouaddi is very close to joining Manchester City, and a “Here we go” announcement could arrive soon.

Romano said:
“Bouaddi is one of the best talents in the world in his position. When we talk about young midfielders around the globe, Bouaddi is definitely a name that cannot be ignored. We all remember that incredible performance. When Morocco faced football legends at the World Cup, going up against top players such as Casemiro, Fabinho and Paquetá, Bouaddi stood out brilliantly. There were so many elite players on the pitch, but Bouaddi was the one who shone the brightest.

“Now, according to my information, Bouaddi is very, very close to joining Manchester City.

“Manchester City are pushing strongly to sign Bouaddi. Over the past few days and weeks, I have been keeping you updated on this situation. On Monday, I told you negotiations were progressing. Today, I can tell you that talks are going extremely well.

“In the coming days, and possibly even within hours, there will be new contacts between the two sides because Manchester City want to avoid any late hijacking from other clubs. City want to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi, so they are holding direct talks with Lille president Olivier Létang.

“Létang is a very tough negotiator and has always been very demanding when it comes to selling top players, so Manchester City are trying to negotiate directly with him. At the same time, talks between Manchester City and the player have also progressed. Therefore, City are very confident about completing the signing of Ayyoub Bouaddi.

“The key point now is whether this deal will be completed this summer or next summer.

“They will have to spend a significant amount of money, as the total package to sign Bouaddi is expected to exceed €70 million to €80 million. It could even be slightly higher depending on how the final agreement is structured.

“But right now, the negotiations are moving very positively. Bouaddi’s move to Manchester City could soon reach the ‘Here we go’ stage.

“I will continue monitoring the situation because the deal has not been finalized yet and it has not reached the ‘Here we go’ stage, but negotiations are progressing quickly and smoothly.”