Bouaddi says yes to Man City as £85m deal nears

Teenage sensation Ayyoub Bouaddi has told Lille he wants to join Manchester City in a blockbuster move.

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What happened. Manchester City are confident of signing Ayyoub Bouaddi in an £85m deal, with the player telling Lille he wants to leave and join the English giants.

• Bouaddi, 18, impressed at the World Cup, starting five of Morocco's six matches.
• City advanced talks after Rodri's sale to Barcelona.
• He is expected to sign a five-year deal until 2031.

The deal could be completed before the end of this week, giving new boss Enzo Maresca a boost.

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