Who is Bilal El Khannouss? The Galatasaray Question and Career

Galatasaray defeated Stuttgart 2-0 at home in Matchday 4 of the Champions League. Speaking to reporters after the match, El Khannouss said, "God willing, you will see me in Türkiye. But I have to say this: I will only play for Galatasaray."

Bilal El Khannouss was born on 10 May 2004 in Strombeek-Bever, Belgium. He plays as an attacking midfielder for Bundesliga club VfB Stuttgart. He joined Anderlecht in 2009 but, due to limited playing opportunities, transferred to Genk in 2019. On 1 November 2023, he was nominated by CAF for the 2023 African Young Player of the Year award.

El Khannouss signed a four-year contract with Premier League club Leicester City on 29 August 2024. The transfer fee was reported to be 21 million pounds. On 1 September 2025, he joined VfB Stuttgart on loan. He scored his first goal in the match against St. Pauli on 19 September. On 25 May 2026, he signed a long-term contract with the club, making the loan move permanent.