Ayyoub Bouaddi

Arsenal remain among the admirers of Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, but the price tag has increased significantly and Manchester City are pushing to add him to their squad.

Arsenal are one of the clubs in the race to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi, but Lille are pushing for a sale with a one-year loan back to the club for next season.

Arsenal have opened talks with Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi’s representatives about a summer transfer, according to a report.

Many top clubs are expected to step up their interest in Ayyoub Bouaddi after his impressive World Cup debut for Morocco against Brazil on Saturday night.

Arsenal are actively working on a summer deal for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, hoping to beat Paris Saint-Germain to the signing.

Arsenal have held initial talks with Ayyoub Bouaddi’s camp as they consider whether to make a summer move, according to a report.

Arsenal-linked Ayyoub Bouaddi admits he’ll have a decision to make on a potential transfer next summer, but he’s not planning to move until the end of the season.

Arsenal push to move early for Lille teenager Ayyoub Bouaddi with contact already made as Europe’s top clubs circle ahead of a likely summer battle.