Moroccan midfielder Bilal El Khannouss earns high praise from Belgian media for Bundesliga brilliance
Moroccan midfielder Bilal El Khannouss has earned glowing praise from Belgian outlet VoetbalPrimeur for his outstanding start to life at VfB Stuttgart, with the publication hailing him as one of the Bundesliga’s standout revelations this season.
The Belgian-based football site highlighted how the young Moroccan international has swiftly adapted to German football, showcasing maturity and flair beyond his years.
Trained at Genk, El Khannouss has impressed with a string of high-level performances, scoring three goals in less than a month since joining Stuttgart.
According to VoetbalPrimeur, El Khannouss has seamlessly integrated into the fast-paced environment of the Bundesliga, showing both creativity and precision in attack.
His growing influence has helped Stuttgart climb to fourth place in the league, collecting 12 points from their first six matches.
The report praised El Khannouss’ sharp sense of goal and constant inventiveness, describing him as a driving force behind Stuttgart’s early-season success.
His vision, quick decision-making, and confidence on the ball have made him one of the team’s most valuable assets.
“El Khannouss demonstrates a more refined finishing instinct and continuous creativity,” wrote VoetbalPrimeur, noting that his performances directly contribute to Stuttgart’s strong position in the standings.
The article also emphasized how his experience in both the Premier League and the Bundesliga has enhanced his tactical intelligence and attacking efficiency.
The Belgian outlet pointed out that these experiences have shaped him into a more complete and disciplined playmaker.
“El Khannouss has refined his style and strengthened his offensive impact thanks to his exposure to top-tier football,” the publication stated.
“He now dictates play with greater confidence and precision.”
The magazine added that Germany appears to suit El Khannouss’ playing profile perfectly, highlighting the Bundesliga’s emphasis on technical ability and tactical awareness as ideal for his development.
His adaptation to the league has also coincided with steady progress at the international level, where he continues to grow in importance for the Moroccan national team.
“El Khannouss seems to have found in Germany the league that best matches his technical strengths and vision of the game,” VoetbalPrimeur concluded.
“His rise also reflects his growing tactical maturity with Morocco.”
The 20-year-old midfielder’s rise has caught attention not only in Germany but across Europe, with many seeing him as one of Africa’s most promising young talents.
His composure, creativity, and versatility have become hallmarks of his game, helping him stand out in one of Europe’s most competitive leagues.
As Stuttgart continue their impressive start to the season, El Khannouss’ form could prove decisive in maintaining their position among the Bundesliga’s top sides.
His performances have already established him as one of the breakthrough stars of the campaign, fulfilling the promise he showed during his formative years in Belgium.
