Sunderland and West Ham United have emerged as frontrunners in the race to secure the services of Bilal El Khannouss from Leicester City in the upcoming summer transfer window. The young and talented attacking midfielder, who only recently joined Leicester, is reportedly reluctant to play in the Championship following the club’s relegation from the Premier League.
According to reports from L’Equipe, Sunderland has taken the proactive step of approaching the 21-year-old player, indicating a strong interest in bringing him to the club. In addition to Sunderland, both West Ham United and AS Monaco have expressed interest in signing El Khannouss, with the latter needing to offload a player before making a formal move for the Moroccan international.
While there is competition from other clubs for El Khannouss, Sunderland appears to have a head start in negotiations. The club’s director of football, Florent Ghisolfi, is reportedly leading the pursuit of El Khannouss and is hopeful of finalizing a deal for the talented midfielder. However, details regarding the transfer fee required to secure El Khannouss and Leicester City’s stance on his potential departure have not been disclosed.
El Khannouss impressed during his time at Leicester City, contributing three goals and five assists in 36 appearances last season. His skill, versatility, and potential to make a significant impact on the pitch have captured the attention of multiple clubs, making him a sought-after target in the upcoming transfer window. As the competition for his signature heats up, it remains to be seen which club will ultimately secure the services of this promising young talent.
