Arsenal have reportedly launched a £30 million bid to sign Leicester City’s rising star Bilal El Khannouss this summer, as Mikel Arteta begins shaping his squad for next season, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes.
Arteta Wants ‘Mind-Blowing’ No.10: Arsenal Bid £30m for El Khannouss
The Gunners are eager to reinforce their midfield ahead of the upcoming transfer window, following another injury-hit Premier League campaign that looks set to end with a second-place finish for the third consecutive year.
Arteta is believed to be keen on injecting fresh creativity into the middle of the park, and 21-year-old El Khannouss has emerged as a top target.
The Moroccan international has been a rare bright spark in what’s been a gloomy season for Leicester City.
Despite the club’s struggles under manager Ruud van Nistelrooy and the looming threat of relegation, El Khannouss has impressed with his intelligence, vision, and technical brilliance — earning praise from fans and pundits alike, who have labelled his performances as “mind-blowing.”
In 25 Premier League appearances this term, the young playmaker has notched 2 goals and an assist, clocking over 1,500 minutes on the pitch.
While those numbers may not leap off the page, his overall impact and potential have drawn attention from several top European clubs.
Arsenal are looking to move quickly, hoping to capitalize on Leicester’s precarious position and El Khannouss’ openness to a move away should the Foxes drop to the Championship.
The North London club’s £30m offer could be enough to tempt Leicester into selling, especially as they prepare for an overhaul in the second tier.
The Gunners are also planning to strengthen their attacking options, with Newcastle’s Alexander Isak and RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko on their radar.
However, interest from rivals like Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester United could complicate any deal for Sesko, whose release clause stands at €70 million.
For now, all eyes are on El Khannouss — a potential midfield gem who could be the creative spark Arsenal have long been searching for.
