Ayyoub Bouaddi to Manchester City for €116m

Sky Sports reports that Manchester City are in ongoing talks with Lille regarding Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi. The reported fee for the move stands at €116m, while Onside’s model values the player at €40m, suggesting a potential overpay relative to our valuation. Onside’s confidence in the likelihood of the deal is estimated at 64%.

The story is being tracked by thirty‑four outlets across the market, indicating broad interest in the potential transfer. The clubs have not confirmed any agreement, and the discussions remain at the negotiation stage.

If the talks progress, the transfer would represent a significant outlay for Manchester City compared with the model’s valuation. Onside’s assessment reflects the current market chatter and the reported financial terms, but the final outcome remains uncertain.