Moroccan midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi extends contract with Lille until 2029

Ayyoub Bouaddi has officially extended his contract with Lille, committing to the French club until 2029 despite strong interest from several top European sides.

The young French-Moroccan midfielder’s decision ensures LOSC retain one of their brightest prospects for the foreseeable future.

At just 18 years old, Bouaddi has already made 14 Ligue 1 appearances this season, contributing one assist.

A product of Lille’s youth academy, he made his professional debut in 2023 and quickly established himself as a promising talent in the midfield.

Bouaddi attracted attention from Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea, and Arsenal, with scouts monitoring his progress closely.

However, Lille acted decisively to secure his services, finalising a contract extension that underscores the club’s ambition to build around their homegrown talent.

The move is seen as a significant victory for LOSC in retaining one of France’s most sought-after young players.

Internationally, Bouaddi has represented France at youth level but remains eligible to play for Morocco.

His dual nationality opens options for both the French national team and the Atlas Lions, adding an extra dimension to his already promising career.

The extension reflects Lille’s confidence in Bouaddi’s development and potential impact in the coming seasons.

Club officials highlighted the midfielder’s maturity, technical ability, and versatility as key reasons for securing a long-term deal.

Fans will now hope Bouaddi continues his progression and becomes a central figure in Lille’s ambitions domestically and in European competitions.

With this contract, Bouaddi cements his status as one of the most exciting young talents in Ligue 1, and his presence offers Lille stability in a competitive league where top clubs frequently target emerging stars.

Il poursuit l’aventure chez nous, chez lui 🤩

Ayyoub Bouaddi ❤️🤍 pic.twitter.com/HmFj44bbNs

— LOSC (@losclive) December 6, 2025