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Morocco World
14 hours ago
- Business
- Morocco World
Sunderland Chase El Khannouss as Leicester Hold Firm
Sunderland are in advanced talks to sign Leicester City's Bilal El Khannouss but face stiff competition from Premier League rivals and clubs abroad. The 21-year-old midfielder has a £22.5m ($29m) relegation release clause, but Leicester, under financial pressure, are reluctant to sell below that figure. The Foxes only signed the Moroccan from Genk last summer for £20m ($27m), and still see him as a key asset. Sunderland are hoping to use Leicester's financial woes to negotiate a lower fee. But with Nottingham Forest, Aston Villa, Everton and AS Monaco circling, the deal risks becoming a bidding war. Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen and manager Erik ten Hag are also monitoring El Khannouss, who impressed last season with three goals and five assists in 36 appearances. El Khannouss has not pushed for a move but is open to a top-flight return if the clause is met. Leicester want full payment plus a 10% sell-on clause. Sunderland, newly promoted, are backing head coach Régis Le Bris heavily. They've already spent around £85m ($110m) on six new signings, including Enzo Le Fée and Simon Adingra. El Khannouss is their top midfield target. Leicester, meanwhile, may also lose Wilfred Ndidi, who is available for £9m ($11.5m). Clubs including Manchester United and Juventus have shown interest. El Khannouss is currently training with Leicester and set to travel to Austria for pre-season. Whether he returns as a Fox remains uncertain. Sunderland are in hot pursuit of Leicester City midfielder Bilal El Khannouss, according to L'Équipe's Loic Tanzi. The newly promoted side are keen to add the Moroccan to their ranks, but face a stern challenge in negotiating below his £22.5m ($29m) release clause. The 21-year-old has three years left on his contract, and while Leicester aren't desperate to sell, their wobbly finances may force their hand. The Foxes want the full amount, plus a 10% resale clause – conditions Sunderland are reluctant to meet. The Black Cats, who've already splashed £85m ($110m) this summer, are hoping to use Leicester's predicament to their advantage. But delays could prove costly. Nottingham Forest, Aston Villa, and Ligue 1 outfit Monaco are circling. Even Bayer Leverkusen, now under Erik ten Hag, are monitoring the situation. El Khannouss isn't agitating for a move, but the relegation-triggered clause gives clubs an open door. He impressed last season, racking up 36 appearances with three goals and five assists. Among a poor Leicester side, he was a rare spark. Sunderland have already secured Enzo Le Fée, Habib Diarra, Noah Sadiki, Reinildo Mandava, Chemsdine Talbi, and Simon Adingra. El Khannouss is next on their wish list – but only if the price is right.
BBC News
14-07-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Gossip: Foxes man linked with Premier League return
Leicester's Morocco midfielder Bilal El Khannouss, 21, is wanted by Sunderland, though West Ham and Monaco are also keen on the former Genk playmaker. (L'Equipe - in French, external)Want more transfer news from the EFL? Take a look at Monday's gossip column here.
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Sunderland approach Monaco target Bilal El Khannouss
According to a report from L'Équipe, Sunderland AFC have approached Leicester City for Bilal El Khannouss (21). The Moroccan international only joined Leicester last summer on a four-year contract from Belgian side KRC Genk. However, he is reportedly already looking for the exit door following the club's relegation to the Championship. Advertisement Multiple clubs have made enquiries, including AS Monaco and West Ham United. However, the French outlet writes that Sunderland have taken the lead over their competition. The Black Cats have been extremely active during this window as they look to maintain their Premier League status following an eight-year absence. L'Équipe writes that Monaco's interest is somewhat hamstrung, as the club are already well-stocked in El-Khannouss's position. Les Monégasques would need one of their attacking midfielders, like Maghnes Akliouche (who remains one of the club's most bankable assets), to leave before they could try to recruit the Moroccan international. GFFN | Nick Hartland
Ya Biladi
29-06-2025
- Sport
- Ya Biladi
Bilal El Khannouss future shifts from Arsenal to Bundesliga interest
Bilal El Khannouss's future appears to be taking shape far from England, as the Moroccan midfielder no longer seems to be among Arsenal's transfer priorities. According to The Sun, the London club is now turning its attention to Eberechi Eze, Martin Zubimendi, and Christian Norgaard, all being considered to reinforce the midfield following Jorginho's move to Flamengo and ongoing uncertainty around Thomas Partey. Once seen as a promising fit for the Gunners' midfield, the Genk-trained Moroccan international now seems to be out of the club's plans at the Emirates. However, his profile continues to draw interest in the Bundesliga. Erik ten Hag, recently appointed head coach of Bayer Leverkusen, is reportedly eyeing El Khannouss as a potential replacement for Florian Wirtz. The presence of fellow Moroccan Amine Adli in the squad could play a key role in swaying the decision. It's a situation to watch closely.
Morocco World
29-05-2025
- Sport
- Morocco World
Bilal El Khannouss on Wolves Radar to Replace Cunha
Wolverhampton Wanderers are eyeing Leicester City's Bilal El Khannouss as a priority signing this summer under Vítor Pereira. With Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha tipped for a move to Manchester United, Wolves are already planning for life without their main creative outlet. According to GiveMeSport , Pereira believes El Khannouss would be the perfect addition to fill the creative void in the final third. The 21-year-old has caught the eye with a strong season at Leicester, despite the club's relegation. In 36 games he played this season, El Khannouss scored 3 goals and provided 6 assists. But these stats do not give the full picture. The Moroccan is intelligent on the ball and has great decision-making and vision, which has earned him praise from scouts, with football talent spotter Jacek Kulig describing him as 'outstanding'. Wolves have already moved to strengthen the defence with the $22m signing of Emmanuel Agbadou from Reims in January. The focus now shifts to midfield. Leicester, however, are playing hardball. The Foxes won't entertain offers below $30m, and see El Khannouss as one of their key assets for an immediate push back to the Premier League. Wolves may soon submit a formal bid to test their resolve, but they're not alone. Arsenal have also been monitoring the situation closely, with Mikel Arteta reportedly an admirer of the budding playmaker's style and temperament. Tags: Atlas LionsBilal El KhannoussLeicesterWolves
