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Chelsea Targets Lille Star Bouaddi Amid Premier League Interest

3/14/2025

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Chelsea is ramping up efforts to sign 17-year-old Lille sensation Ayyoub Bouaddi, who has caught the eye of Premier League giants like Liverpool and Arsenal. With a price tag of €35m-40m, Bouaddi has showcased his talent on the Champions League stage. Lille is determined to keep him, as he won't be eligible for a Premier League move until 2026.

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Chelsea is ramping up efforts to sign 17-year-old Lille sensation Ayyoub Bouaddi, who has caught the eye of Premier League giants like Liverpool and Arsenal. With a price tag of €35m-40m, Bouaddi has showcased his talent on the Champions League stage. Lille is determined to keep him, as he won't be eligible for a Premier League move until 2026.