Man City remain interested in Enzo Fernandez despite agreeing an £86m deal for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi. Enzo Maresca wants further midfield reinforcements after Rodri's departure to Barcelona, but Chelsea's £120m asking price remains a major obstacle to any deal.
Manchester City have taken a massive step toward securing their long-term future in midfield by reaching a full agreement to sign Lille sensation Ayyoub Bouaddi. The 18-year-old Moroccan international is set to arrive at the Etihad Stadium as the designated heir to Rodri in a deal that shatters transfer records.
Manchester City are stepping up negotiations to sign Lille star Ayyoub Bouaddi as Enzo Maresca accelerates his midfield overhaul following Pep Guardiola. The Moroccan international has agreed personal terms with the club, while Rodri was omitted from the squad for today's 3-0 Community Shield defeat against Arsenal, intensifying talk of a move to Barcelona.
Atletico Madrid have stepped up their pursuit of Lille starlet Matias Fernandez-Pardo by submitting a formal opening offer for the highly-rated winger. Diego Simeone’s side are looking to stolen a march on Premier League competition to secure one of Ligue 1's most exciting young talents.