Arsenal, Liverpool, and Chelsea are reportedly keen on signing 17-year-old French prodigy Ayyoub Bouaddi from Ligue 1 club LOSC Lille.
LOSC Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi is attracting interest from clubs like AC Milan, Juventus, Arsenal, Liverpool, and Chelsea.
According to a report by Caught Offside, scouts from top European clubs have watched the highly-rated teenager, noting his quality for his age as a playmaker which could prove to be quality long-term given the right guidance and development with the right squad.
Bouaddi particularly stood out in the Ligue des Champions match against Juventus, which ended in a 1-1 draw, a match in which he demonstrated an 87% pass completion rate, providing one assist, and making two crucial defensive plays.
LOSC Lille will want to hold onto their prodigious young talent for as long as possible, but the English clubs certainly have the financial muscle to tempt the Ligue 1 outfit. It remains to be seen how the situation unfolds over the next few months.
Lille aim to extend Bouaddi’s contract
While Lille have no plans to let the 17-year-old leave the club in the near future, his contract with the French club is set to end in the summer of 2027 and it looks likely they are keen on an extension.
However, due to the significant interest from Europe’s top clubs, Bouaddi may be hesitant to sign a deal as sources indicate that the 17-year-old player’s market value is estimated to be between €25-30 million.
Bouaddi’s performances and potential have made him a coveted prospect for the future, and it remains to be seen whether Lille can hold on to him amid the growing interest from major European clubs.
A move to the Premier League will be an exciting opportunity for him, and regular football in the English top flight could accelerate his development.
