Man United watching €60m star for months, Amorim views him as “key piece” in his system

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·21 dicembre 2025

Man United watching €60m star for months, Amorim views him as “key piece” in his system

Manchester United are interested in signing the French midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille.

According to CaughtOffside, the player will cost around €60 million, and he is on the radar of several clubs. Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim feels that he could be a “key piece” in his system. It will be interesting to see if Manchester United can win the race for his signature.

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Man United watching Ayyoub Bouaddi closely

The report claims that Manchester United have been scouting Bouaddi closely for months, and they are looking to get the deal done quickly. It remains to be seen how the situation develops.

The French under-21 international is a tremendous talent with a bright future, and he is regarded as a generational talent. He has all the tools to develop into a top-class player in the Premier League. Manchester United could use his technical ability, control, and composure in the side. The opportunity to move to England will be exciting for the French midfielder as well.

Bouaddi will feel that he could improve further if he is competing at a higher level alongside quality players. Manchester United are among the biggest clubs in the world, and they could represent an attractive destination for the player.

Man United must act quickly to sign Bouaddi

Ayyoub Bouaddi of Lille in action during the UEFA Champions League. (Photo by Daniel Kopatsch/Getty Images)

However, the competition for his signature is intense, and Manchester United will need to move quickly. It remains to be seen whether they are prepared to pay €60 million for Bouaddi. The French outfit is under no pressure to sell, and he has a long-term contract with them. They will also look to leverage the interest in the player and demand a premium.

Any club hoping to sign the 18-year-old midfielder will have to pay over the odds. Even though the asking price might be high, the player has the potential to develop into a future star, and he might be able to justify the investment.