After notable performances with Espanyol Barcelona, Omar El Hilali is attracting the interest of several European clubs, particularly in the Premier League. Manchester City, Aston Villa, and Brighton are closely monitoring the 21-year-old Moroccan right-back, whose release clause is set at 15 million euros. His meteoric rise in Spain, where he has established himself as a key player for his team, makes him a promising prospect for the future.
This rise to prominence also presents a real dilemma for Walid Regragui. The national coach is fortunate to have the rare luxury of three high-quality players at right-back. The unwavering Achraf Hakimi (26), a key player for Paris Saint-Germain, remains the reference, while Noussair Mazraoui (27), who can also play on the left, offers a valuable alternative. Now, El Hilali adds his name to this list and could shake things up in the national team with his impressive performances in La Liga.
With such competition, he will have to wait before hoping for a regular spot with the Atlas Lions. However, given his progress and the interest from top European clubs, his future looks promising.
