While LOSC ideally aims to retain its promising talent, Ayyoub Bouaddi could still be on the move this summer if the right offer materializes. Paris Saint-Germain is among the clubs expressing keen interest in the 18-year-old midfielder. Arsenal is also reportedly making significant strides in pursuing the player, though the young talent himself is said to have a clear preference between the two European giants.
Developed within the LOSC academy, Ayyoub Bouaddi is on the cusp of experiencing his inaugural World Cup with Morocco, making him a player to closely monitor in the upcoming transfer window. Just over a week ago, Olivier Létang, the president of Lille, addressed the situation surrounding his player, who recently extended his contract until June 2029. Létang reiterated his desire to keep Bouaddi for the next season. When questioned about a potential approach from PSG, the Lille president candidly stated: « We will discuss it with Ayyoub, to be very sincere, because that was also the subject of our discussions. »
Arsenal’s pursuit of Bouaddi: psg remains the preferred destination
The Parisian club faces a formidable contender in this transfer saga: Arsenal. Reliable reports indicate that the Gunners have been in communication with the player’s representatives since January 2025, identifying him as a priority target to bolster their midfield. A significant role within Mikel Arteta‘s squad has reportedly been promised to Bouaddi, and while he has been receptive to Arsenal‘s overtures, his underlying preference is said to lie with PSG.
“if an extraordinary offer emerges, we could consider his departure”
The London-based management remains confident in their ability to rival the French capital club for Bouaddi’s signature, but they must first satisfy LOSC‘s financial demands. « We have had very regular exchanges with Ayyoub. Our primary objective is to keep him, » Olivier Létang affirmed. « However, if an extraordinary offer emerges, we could then consider his departure. Over €50M? No, that’s not sufficient. We are still far from the valuation that would lead us to part ways with Ayyoub. »
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