Manchester City Emerge as Favourites to Sign Morocco Star

Manchester City have reportedly moved into pole position in the race to sign highly-rated Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi ahead of the new season.

The 18-year-old is widely expected to leave the French club this summer after attracting interest from several top European sides, with City now believed to be leading the chase for his signature.

Bouaddi has significantly boosted his reputation with a series of impressive performances for Morocco at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The teenage midfielder has been one of the standout players in the Atlas Lions' group-stage campaign.