Manchester City Breaks Transfer Record with 18-Year-Old Midfielder
Manchester City has announced the signing of Moroccan midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, according to Globo Esporte Futebol. The 18-year-old has become the most expensive player under 19 in history, with a transfer fee of €95 million.
Transfer News · 2026-08-27 10:02:53
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Bouaddi joins Manchester City from Lille, where he played 96 games for the first team. He made his professional debut just three days after turning 16 and finished last season with 42 appearances. The Moroccan midfielder gained international recognition during the 2026 World Cup, where he played for Morocco and helped the team reach the quarterfinals.
The transfer deal, reported by Globo Esporte Futebol, surpasses the previous record held by Leny Yoro, who moved from Lille to Manchester United for €62 million. Bouaddi's contract with Manchester City runs until 2031.
