French starlet eyed: Bayern and Liverpool in transfer battle | OneFootball

Young talents from France regularly appear on the lists of top international clubs - FC Bayern is no exception. Currently, the Munich-based club's attention is focused on Ayyoub Bouaddi, who is causing a stir at OSC Lille.

As TEAMtalk reports, the German record champion is among the interested parties in the 17-year-old midfielder. But Bayern is far from alone: RB Leipzig as well as the English top clubs FC Liverpool, Manchester United and FC Arsenal are also said to be watching the youngster.

Bouaddi establishes himself in Ligue 1

Despite his young age, Bouaddi is already considered a regular player in Lille. So far this season, he has already been on the pitch four times, three of which were in the starting line-up. Last season, he played 24 league games, in which he assisted one goal. Coaches and observers particularly praise his composure on the ball and his game intelligence.

The central midfielder has also gained international experience. As a U21 national player for France and a multiple Champions League starter with Lille, Bouaddi has shown that he can also hold his own at the highest level.

Contract until 2027 - but Lille under pressure

In the spring, Bouaddi was already linked with Bayern. At that time, it was said that he was on the Munich club's list as a "future project". In the meantime, the youngster has further increased his market value through consistent performances.

Bouaddi extended his contract in Lille just this year until 2027. Nevertheless, the French first division club may soon be forced to consider a sale. By the summer of 2026 at the latest, Lille would have to act to prevent a free transfer.

Bayern in waiting position

This could open up an interesting time window for FC Bayern. Sporting director Max Eberl has repeatedly emphasized that young, developable players are the focus of squad planning. Bouaddi fits perfectly into this profile: technically skilled, tactically mature and with international experience - all at the age of just 17.

Whether there will be a transfer poker in the short term remains to be seen. But one thing is clear: Bouaddi is one of the most sought-after talents in Europe. And if Lille has to sell in the coming years, FC Bayern will certainly be watching very closely.

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