Omar El Hilali is attracting attention in the Premier League. According to the British press, Aston Villa and Manchester City are looking to recruit the Atlas Lion Cub who is currently playing in the ranks of Espanyol.
Omar El Hilali to Manchester City? The Premier League champions are scouring the market for a right-back amid Kyle Walker’s years of progression. However, they will face strong competition from fellow Premier League side Aston Villa. Meanwhile, the RCD Espanyol player recently refused to join Barcelona.
Indeed, the La Liga giant attempted to sign the Moroccan international earlier in his career before he turned down the club’s overtures. While the Catalans remain keen on signing a right-back next year, they have turned their attention to other targets, including Vanderson.
The 21-year-old defender has established himself as one of the best young full-backs in La Liga since RCD Espanyol returned to the top division. Originally from L’Hospitalet de Llobregat, he spent his formative years in Catalonia and graduated from the youth division of RCD Espanyol a few years ago.
In terms of sporting nationality, El Hilali has chosen to represent Morocco, although he has not yet made his debut with the selection. El Hilali has played 63 times so far for Espanyol, while contributing with four assists.
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