Wolverhampton Wanderers have identified Leicester City midfielder Bilal El Khannouss as a top target ahead of the summer transfer window, with the club preparing for the likely departure of Matheus Cunha.
According to reports from Give Me Sport, Wolves have joined the growing list of Premier League clubs showing interest in the Moroccan international.
The 21-year-old, who enjoyed a solid debut season in English football, is now on the radar of multiple teams seeking creative reinforcements.
El Khannouss featured in 37 matches for Leicester this past season, contributing three goals and six assists.
His performances, while not headline-grabbing, have showcased his composure, vision, and technical ability—traits that have made him an appealing prospect for clubs looking to invest in a versatile attacking midfielder.
Despite Leicester’s relegation to the Championship, the club remains firm on its valuation of the young talent.
They are reportedly demanding €26 million for his services, a figure that could rise given the interest from Premier League sides.
El Khannouss is currently under contract with the Foxes until June 2028, and Transfermarkt estimates his market value at €30 million.
The Moroccan’s profile has risen considerably since moving to England, and his adaptability in the final third—whether deployed centrally or drifting wide—has added depth to Leicester’s attack, even in a turbulent season.
Wolverhampton see El Khannouss as a potential replacement for Cunha, who is expected to leave Molineux this summer.
Wolves are not alone in their pursuit. Other top-flight sides have been monitoring El Khannouss’s development closely, aware of his blend of youthful promise and first-team experience.
His involvement with Morocco’s national team has also added to his reputation, reinforcing his status as one of North Africa’s brightest young stars.
Leicester, keen to balance financial recovery with retaining core talent, are likely to face pressure as more clubs step forward.
Whether El Khannouss will remain loyal to the Foxes or be tempted by a Premier League return remains to be seen.
As transfer activity intensifies in the coming weeks, Wolverhampton’s interest signals the beginning of what could become a hotly contested chase for one of the most intriguing midfielders currently outside the English top tier.
