Bilal El Khannouss - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Back in Stuttgart El Khannouss is back in Stuttgart following the World Cup ahead of the club's season opener, according to the club.

Impact El Khannouss closed out a decent overall World Cup with Morocco, completing 182 passes with six shots, seven chances created and 10 crosses across the tournament despite not registering a goal contribution, including a quiet 62 minute outing in the loss to France. His return to the club now shifts focus to preseason preparations as he looks to build on that international experience heading into the new 2026/27 Bundesliga season.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Starts at forward during exit El Khannouss registered three tackles (one won) in Thursday's 2-0 loss to France.

Impact El Khannouss was handed the start at forward due to the absence of Ismael Saibari (hamstring), although he struggled to do much. He would go without a shot in his 62 minutes of play, with his only contribution being three tackles (one won). Despite the lackluster performance in their exit, the midfielder was a decent influence in the team for most of the World Cup, completing 182 passes while recording six shots, seven chances created and 10 crosses. However, he did not earn a goal contribution.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Limited impact in Round of 16 El Khannouss recorded two tackles (one won) and one interception in Saturday's 3-0 win against Canada. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 51st minute.

Impact El Khannouss was busy throughout the game, but he didn't have much to show for it, as he didn't play a big role in the final third as he has in past matches. Still, the Stuttgart winger isn't expected to leave the starting XI in the upcoming matches.

JULY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Stuttgart permanently El Khannouss has completed a permanent transfer from Leicester City to Stuttgart for an undisclosed fee, his old club announced.

Impact El Khannouss made an immediate impact during his loan spell at Stuttgart from Leicester City, establishing himself as a regular starter and finishing the season with nine goals and seven assists in 41 appearances across all competitions. His performances were convincing enough for Stuttgart to turn the temporary deal into a permanent one, securing the 22-year-old Moroccan international on a long-term basis.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses in round of 32 El Khannouss had one shot (one on goal) and four crosses (zero accurate) in Monday's 1-1 (4-3) penalty shootout win versus Netherlands.

Impact El Khannouss started his fourth game from four in the World Cup so far, and his number of crosses has increased by one in each game, starting at one in the first and four in the fourth. He has also taken at least one shot in each of the games, with four shots on target coming in the last three games. He was subbed off in this game just a few minutes before the end of the game, 1-0 down, and his team managed to score a late equaliser and win on penalties to book a place in the last 16 against Canada.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots during win El Khannouss recorded two shots (two on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 4-2 win against Haiti.

Impact El Khannouss is still getting his time to shine on the world stage after a third straight start in group stage play for Morocco. He now ends the group stage with 254 minutes played in regulation of the 270 available. However, he is yet to record a goal contribution, with his five shots and six chances created not enough. He will be looking for one in the knockouts, although the competition is about to step up another level.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Another productive World Cup outing El Khannouss recorded one chance created, two crosses and two shots in Friday's 1-0 win over Scotland.

Impact El Khannous was once again a starter for Morocco as he continues to shine on the world stage in his World Cup debut, recording a decent match in the attack against Scotland. However, he has yet to earn a goal contribution in those two starts, appearing to be around the box a lot but unable to earn his moment yet. He has also taken three corners as he gets involved all around, likely to keep his spot moving into the final group stage match.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in draw El Khannouss registered one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Brazil.

Impact El Khannouss didn't do much in the final meters, aside from creating two chances. Morocco have plenty of options in the final third, so it wouldn't be surprising if the Stuttgart winger isn't in the XI when the Atlas Lions take on Scotland on June 19.

JUNE 13 • ROTOWIRE

Locked-in starter for Morocco? El Khannouss figures to hold a starting role with Morocco in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after an impressive 2025/26 season with Stuttgart in the Bundesliga.

Impact El Khannouss spent the 2025/26 season on loan at Stuttgart from Leicester City, but the 22-year-old impressed with nine goals and seven assists across 41 appearances for the German club across all competitions. That led Stuttgart to sign him on a permanent basis, and it should also translate into a prominent role in Morocco's midfield at the World Cup. Even though the African giants have lots of creative options, led by Brahim Diaz and Ismael Saibari, El Khannouss' ability to fill several roles in midfield should grant him regular minutes for one of the potential darkhorses in the tournament.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Permanently joins Stuttgart El Khannouss has completed a transfer to Stuttgart from Leicester City, according to his new club.

Impact El Khannouss was on loan the past season but is now set to join Stuttgart permanently, inking a deal with Stuttgart through 2028. This comes after a decent season in a regular role for the team, notching 19 starts in 25 appearances, a solid debut in Germany at only age 22. He would fall just one goal contribution short of double-digit as he looks to build a name in the Bundesliga, likely to be a starter for the club for the next few years to come.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in two straight El Khannouss had an assist while taking four shots (one on goal), crossing six times (two accurate) and creating three chances during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Werder Bremen.

Impact El Khannouss set up Ermedin Demirovic in the 61st minute while leading Stuttgart in shots and chances created in the draw. El Khannouss is in excellent form at the moment with a goal involvement in three straight matches to go along with nine shots, five chances created and eight crosses.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Assists vs Bayern Munich El Khannouss assisted once to go with three shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 4-2 defeat versus Bayern Munich.

Impact El Khannouss earned his first start since Mar 15, recording an assist Sunday against Bayern Munich. Since his return from injury, the midfielder had started five times in 10 league appearances scoring and assisting once while totaling 13 shots, 12 chances created and 23 crosses (eight accurate) in that span.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 12 • Associated Press

Nets as substitute El Khannouss scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and crossing once accurately during Sunday's 4-0 win over Hamburg.

Impact El Khannouss entered the match in the 70th minute and scored Stuttgart's final goal in the 86th. The goal was the first in the Bundesliga since December for El Khannouss as he's combined for three shots, two chances created and five crosses over his last three league appearances.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Ends ban El Khannouss is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact El Khannouss has served his ban after a fifth yellow card of the season last time out, eligible to play again. He has been a starter recently and will look to remain in that role, starting in 15 of his 18 appearances while adding three goals and three assists.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension El Khannouss will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the Bundesliga.

Impact El Khannouss picked up his fifth yellow card in Bundesliga play and will be sidelined for Saturday's showdown against Mainz due to suspension. The attacking midfielder has been a mainstay in Stuttgart's frontline all season, so his absence leaves a real void in the starting XI and forces a tactical reshuffle. Deniz Undav is now in line to step into a bigger attacking role for that matchup as Stuttgart adjust without one of their regular engines in the final third.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses in home win El Khannouss recorded two shots (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-0 win against SC Freiburg.

Impact El Khannouss started his first game since returning from AFCON, having come off the bench twice. In this game, he created three chances, and this was his 10th game this season in which he has created three or more chances in a game. He is Stuttgart's second-highest set-piece taker so far this season.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

With club, set for ban El Khannouss (international duty) is back in Stuttgart but suspended for Thursday's UEL match against Roma, according to his club.

Impact EL Khannous is back in Germany after his runner-up finish with Morocco at AFCON, as the midfielder is amongst his teammates in Stuttgart. He had started in eight of his past nine appearances before his departure, so this is a major return. However, he is suspended for his first match back as the club enters UEL play, unable to face Roma on Thursday.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Will represent Morocco El Khannouss has been called up by Morocco for the AFCON starting Dec. 21 and ending Jan. 18, according to Actu Foot Afrique.

Impact El Khannouss was called by Morocco for the AFCON and will miss all the games until at least the clash against Leverkusen on Jan. 10, although he could miss more games if Morocco perform well in the competition. The forward has been an undisputed starter for Stuttgart this season, therefore his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Chris Fuhrich as the main option to step in his spot while he is out.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances Sunday El Khannouss recorded two shots (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Hamburger SV.

Impact El Khannouss had a productive outing Sunday, highlighted by his four chances created, the third time this season he created at least four. He also recorded six crosses and took two off target shots on the attack. On the defensive end he won two duels, intercepted two passes and made one clearance in his full 90 minutes of action.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist El Khannouss assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact El Khannouss would bag yet another assist after he earned one last time out as well, finding Denis Undav in the 47th minute. This marks his third assist of the season in nine appearances, now with five goal contributions. That said, he does have three straight games with a goal contribution, with two assists and one goal during that span.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal on Saturday El Khannouss assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Wolfsburg.

Impact El Khannouss set up the third goal of the game for Angelo Stiller in the 80th minute. El Khannouss recorded 43 passes, created five chances and also made an interception. He has now accumulated three goal contributions in the last four games.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores game-winner at home El Khannouss scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and four chances created in Sunday's 1-0 win against FC Heidenheim. He was subbed off du...

Impact El Khannouss scored the game-winner in the 65th minute with his third goal in the campaign. The midfielder also led Stuttgart with a season-high four chances created. He did receive his second yellow card in eight appearances (seven starts), though.

OCTOBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against St Pauli El Khannouss scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Friday's 2-0 victory over FC St. Pauli.

Impact El Khannouss scored his first goal in the season in the 50th minute to seal Stuttgart's home win. The midfielder also led his side in both shots and chances created in the match. That was his second start since transferring from Leicester City.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

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