The €100 million Teenager: Ayyoub Bouaddi’s Blockbuster Switch to Manchester City
Manchester City have shattered records to sign 18-year-old midfield prodigy Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille in a deal worth €100 million (£85.6m). In this episode, we break down why Enzo Maresca sanctioned a club-record fee for a teenager who doesn't score goals.
We analyze his phenomenal rise, his standout performances for Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, his mathematical precision on the pitch, and how he anchors City's massive midfield rebuild following the departures of established stars.
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