French side ready to do business — at a price
Lille have made clear they will sell Ayyoub Bouaddi this summer if their valuation is met. Reports suggest the Ligue 1 club would accept an offer in the region of €100m (£86m) for the 18-year-old midfielder.
That figure represents a significant outlay for City, who have been tracking the teenager. The asking price reflects Bouaddi's standing as one of the most promising young players in French football.
Whether City are willing to meet that valuation remains to be seen. But Lille's position is clear: pay up, or look elsewhere.