Many made their first acquaintance with Ayyoub Bouaddi in Morocco’s World Cup match against Brazil. So did Bruno Guimaraes and Casemiro – world-class midfielders, both at least ten years older than opponent Bouaddi. The two Brazilians faced an 18-year-old who held his own in midfield and even acquired space to excel. For Arsenal, Bouaddi is no stranger, the reigning Premier League champions have followed the ball artist in recent years, now it is time to act.
Bouaddi is a player who will attract several big clubs in line with performances in the World Cup. Arsenal do not intend to sit idly by and wait for the World Cup to be over. According to hyperactive transfer journalist Romano and Football-Insider’s sources, Arsenal have opened preliminary talks to sign the Lille player.
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Arsenal are chasing Bouaddi signing
The 18-year-old is said to be a hero at Premier League games after the World Cup, Arsenal are hoping to complete a deal for £50 million plus add-ons, reports Football Insider sources. This is in line with the Lille management’s expectations of around 60 million euros for their midfield jewel.
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Arsenal are expected to be active this summer after their first Premier League title since 2004. The signing of Bouaddi is on the shopping list, but strong competition is expected from Liverpool and PSG.
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