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PSG Targets Lille's Moroccan-Origin Teen: A New Transfer Gamble

5 December 2025

PSG Targets Lille's Moroccan-Origin Teen: A New Transfer Gamble
PSG's latest scouting target from Lille could shape their next era.

PSG Eyes Lille's Moroccan-Origin Teen as Next Big Talent

A wave of transfer chatter surrounds Paris Saint-Germain as they explore a Moroccan-origin talent from Lille to bolster their ranks.

According to ESPN, PSG are eyeing Ayoub Bouaidi, the 18-year-old Lille midfielder with Moroccan roots.

The report suggests Bouaidi could fit PSG’s philosophy of unearthing French talent in the domestic league.

French outlet GFFN, citing Bouaidi’s close circle, says there has been no contact yet, and Milan previously pursued him for about €20m while Lille values him around €100m.

Lille reportedly plans to keep the youngster beyond 2026, after losing goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier to PSG for roughly €40m.

As the French season unfolds, PSG watches from the stands, hoping to land a talent who could shape the club’s next era. Stay tuned.

Punchline: If he signs, Lille would probably request a souvenir trophy for every future transfer.

Punchline 2: PSG’s scouting might finally prove that youth can travel faster than a football.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Ayoub Bouaidi?

An 18-year-old Lille midfielder of Moroccan origin attracting PSG's interest.

What is PSG's plan?

To bolster their squad with a homegrown French talent from Ligue 1, according to ESPN.

Has PSG made contact?

Reportedly no contact yet, though Milan previously pursued Bouaidi and Lille values him around €100m.