Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Leicester City midfielder Bilal El Khannouss.
The 21-year-old has been linked with a return to the Premier League, and there is a release clause in his deal which allows any club to sign him for €26 million in the event of relegation. The Foxes have been relegated to the Championship, and he will be available on a bargain.
Bilal El Khannouss is in demand
According to GMS, Tottenham are keen on the player and they will face competition from Leeds United, West Ham United and Crystal Palace.
It is no secret that Tottenham need more quality and depth in the final third, and the 21-year-old would be an exceptional acquisition. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was very impressed with his performances in the Premier League, and there is no doubt that he is a promising young talent with a bright future.
Spurs need creativity in the midfield
The technically gifted midfielder can operate in the number ten role as well as on the flanks. He will help open up chances for his teammates with his passing, vision, and technical ability.
The opportunity to join Tottenham will be quite exciting for him. It will be a step up in his career, and he will get to compete at the highest level with them. Regular football at the north London club could help him improve further. Exposure in the Champions League, next season could be crucial to his development as well.
The reported asking price is quite reasonable for a player of his potential, and the transfer could come across as a major bargain in the long term.