Transfer: Real Madrid to sign Arsenal target as Fernandez’s alternative for Mourinho

Real Madrid are keen to sign Arsenal target Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille as a possible alternative to Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez.

Real Madrid is eager to bolster their new manager Jose Mourinho’s squad, ahead of next season and has reportedly joined the race to sign Bouaddi, who is attracting interest from Arsenal and several top clubs.

According to Radio Marca, the Los Blancos see the Morocco international as a possible alternative to Fernandez, with Chelsea holding out for a huge sum to sell the Argentina World Cup winner.

Bouaddi impressed for Morocco as they drew 1-1 with Brazil in the World Cup encounter at the weekend.

Lille valued their latest 18-year-old youngster at around £50million and a move is not expected to be completed until after the World Cup.