City close on Bouaddi as Maresca urges quick signings

After a meek Community Shield loss, City are racing to land Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi before the Premier League kicks off.

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What happened. Manchester City are closing in on a deal for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, with the player giving the green light and Lille's boss confirming negotiations.

• Maresca wants new signings before the Premier League opener against Bournemouth.
• Barcelona are pushing to sign Rodri, who was absent from the squad.
• City still hold interest in Enzo Fernandez after a deadline passed without a bid.

“Any new signing, the sooner they arrive the better because we are starting the Premier League in one week.”

— Enzo Maresca

City need midfield reinforcements after a 3-0 loss, with Reijnders leaving and Rodri's future uncertain.

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