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Lille Extend Ayyoub Bouaddi to 2029, Raising Stakes for Arsenal and Chelsea

The 2029 extension boosts Lille’s bargaining power over any transfer.

Overview

  • LOSC confirmed the 18-year-old midfielder has signed a new deal through 2029, reinforcing the club’s control of his future.
  • Arsenal are reported by RMC Sport to be pushing hard, with sporting director Andrea Berta having contacted the player’s entourage and a January bid around £39m under consideration.
  • Chelsea are cited as preparing a potential €45m offer and have explored signing Bouaddi with a development loan to sister club Strasbourg.
  • Multiple outlets report Lille’s valuation well above midwinter figures, with suggestions ranging from more than €50m to beyond €100m under president Olivier Létang’s stance.
  • PSG, Real Madrid, Liverpool and the Manchester clubs are monitoring the situation, though Bouaddi’s camp has denied active talks with PSG, and reports indicate a winter sale is unlikely.