Bouaddi impresses on first start - have Man City found 'a gem'?
Summary
Ayyoub Bouaddi, an 18-year-old midfielder, played his first full Champions League match for Manchester City and performed very well. The club paid £86 million to sign him, making him the most expensive teenager in Premier League history, and his play showed promise to replace former player Rodri.Key Facts
- Ayyoub Bouaddi is 18 years old and recently started his first Champions League match for Manchester City.
- Manchester City paid £86 million to buy Bouaddi from Lille.
- Bouaddi became the fourth-youngest player to start a Champions League game for Manchester City.
- He helped Manchester City win 2-0 against Porto, playing confidently in midfield.
- Former player Pat Nevin praised Bouaddi’s mature and impressive performance.
- Manager Enzo Maresca highlighted Bouaddi’s calmness and maturity during games and training.
- Bouaddi completed 54 out of 55 passes and led in dribbles, possession wins, and duels during the match.
- Striker Erling Haaland called Bouaddi “a gem” and was impressed by his recent training and performance.
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