Arsenal accelerate talks for Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi in £50m deal

Arsenal have accelerated their pursuit of Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, opening formal talks with the Ligue 1 side. The Gunners are reportedly ready to invest £50 million plus add-ons to secure the services of the highly-rated youngster. Bouaddi, who has impressed in the French top flight and during Lille's Champions League group stage campaign, is keen on the move to North London. Mikel Arteta sees him as a key addition to bolster the midfield ahead of the upcoming season. With negotiations...