Lille manager confirms Man City's Bouaddi negotiations

Davide Ancelotti, Lille's head coach, has confirmed that Manchester City are in negotiations to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi, according to the Daily Telegraph. However, Ancelotti expressed his hope that the transfer does not go through before next season.

Bouaddi's signing would mark another move by City in the market for young talent, with Lille determined to keep hold of the prospect under their manager's watch. The talks are at an early stage, with no official bid having been tabled so far.

This development comes amid a broader summer market where top European clubs like Manchester City are seeking to strengthen with emerging prospects before valuations escalate.