Arsenal ahead of big rivals in the race for Ligue 1 talent

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·18 Juni 2026

Arsenal ahead of big rivals in the race for Ligue 1 talent

Ayyoub Bouaddi is one of the finest teenagers in world football, and he could be moving to Arsenal this summer as the Gunners push to land the Lille youngster.

Football365 claims that Arsenal are ahead of the likes of PSG and Chelsea in the race for his signature as he continues to shine for Morocco at the World Cup.

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He delivered a commanding performance during their first game of the competition against Brazil, dominating the midfield and surprising many fans with his display.

That performance has made more teams and supporters take notice of the midfielder, and Arsenal want to add him to their squad in this transfer window.

Arsenal’s pursuit of Ayyoub Bouaddi

The Gunners are in the market for new stars to improve their team, and they consider Bouaddi one of the top players who can make their squad much stronger than it is at the moment. They will be keen to ensure he joins them, and the report claims Chelsea and PSG are currently behind them in the race.

Arsenal are expected to continue monitoring developments closely as they look to maintain their advantage over rival clubs. The situation remains fluid, with interest from top European sides likely to persist as the tournament progresses and Bouaddi continues to attract attention with his performances.

Transfer outlook at the World Cup

Arsenal will now do their best to maintain their advantage until they secure his signature.

In the next few weeks, it will be interesting to see how his future develops, especially if he continues to perform well for Morocco at the World Cup. Continued strong displays could further increase competition for his services, potentially complicating negotiations as more clubs assess a possible move in the summer window.

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