What Rayan Cherki has said about Ayyoub Bouaddi as Man City close in on transfer

Bouaddi’s rise has been nothing short of meteoric.
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After establishing himself in Lille’s first team with impressive European displays, the youngster further elevated his global reputation with standout performances for Morocco.

Known for his tactical discipline, composure in possession, and elite vision, he fits the exact blueprint desired for a modern central midfielder.

If completed, the transfer will underline City’s continued strategy of recruiting world-class elite talent early, with Bouaddi viewed as a long-term engine for the club’s midfield.