What happened. Lille president Olivier Letang insists Ayyoub Bouaddi will stay this season despite Manchester City's interest, while Arsenal have monitored him but won't move due to Lille's asking price.

Bouaddi impressed at the World Cup with Morocco.
Arsenal focused on Bruno Guimaraes instead.
City held talks with Bouaddi and his father.

“It's quite surprising how some rumours can gain so muc”
— Olivier Letang

City may pursue Bouaddi as a potential replacement for Rodri, who is linked with Real Madrid.

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