Leeds United target Bilal El Khannouss has reportedly told Leicester City that he wants to join Crystal Palace in a potential deal worth around £30 million. El Khannouss, a Morocco international, has emerged as a priority transfer target for several Premier League clubs, with Crystal Palace seeing him as a potential replacement for Eberechi Eze, who is pushing to join Tottenham Hotspur.

Potential Deal Details

– Transfer Fee: Leicester City wants around £30 million to let El Khannouss go, while Crystal Palace may wait until Eze’s sale is finalized before committing to spending such a significant amount.

– Eze’s Transfer: Tottenham is reportedly willing to pay £55 million plus £5 million in add-ons to take Eze from Selhurst Park.

El Khannouss’ Potential Impact

– Creative Spark: El Khannouss could bring a creative spark to Crystal Palace’s midfield, potentially filling the void left by Eze’s departure.

– Playing Style: Under Oliver Glasner, Crystal Palace might look to utilize El Khannouss’ skills in a more attacking-minded role.

Competition for El Khannouss

– Leeds United Interest: Leeds United had been keen on signing El Khannouss and held a meeting with his camp to sell a move, but they now appear to be out of the picture.

– Other Potential Suitor: Other clubs may still try to tempt El Khannouss to snub Crystal Palace, adding pressure on Leicester to secure a deal.

Crystal Palace’s Strategy

– Replacing Eze: Crystal Palace is looking to replace Eze with a player of similar caliber, and El Khannouss’ skills and creativity might make him an attractive option.

– Waiting for Eze’s Sale: Palace might wait until Eze’s transfer is finalized before committing to spending £30 milülion on El Khannouss ¹.