Born in Belgium on 10 May 2000 (now aged 21), Bilal El Khannouss is a stout midfielder who asserts his influence in the central areas of the pitch. Currently plying his trade for Stuttgart, El Khannouss stands at about 5ft 10in (1.8m) tall and weighs a lean 11st (70kg). He is assigned the number 11 jersey and on the international stage, he has chosen to represent Morocco.
Presently, his market worth is approximately £28.5m, as informed by the credible Transfermarkt.
In July 2019, El Khannouss set sail from his native land to join Genk in the esteemed Pro League of Belgium. He made an impressive 33 first team outings and managed to hit the back of the net once in league action during his inaugural 2022 - 2023 season. His influence continued to rise the following season, with 27 first-team appearances and three goals within the boundaries of league competition. However, in the 2024 - 2025 season, his on-pitch action was heavily limited to a solitary league outing.
His career trajectory took a new elevated direction when he switched to Leicester City from Genk in England's Championship division in the month of August 2024, the deal was reported to be worth around £21m. His stint in England saw him deliver a robust performance with 32 first-team appearances and a couple of goals in his pocket in his one and only season. His present season, however, has only led him to two league games for the Foxes.
In a surprising twist, in September 2025, Stuttgart snatched him up on loan from Leicester City. He has since displayed solid form in the heart of the German Bundesliga, tallying up 17 first team appearances and three league goals already in the ongoing 2025 - 2026 campaign.
Besides his domestic duties, El Khannouss made a noteworthy impact in the Europa League 2025 - 2026 season. The skilled midfielder has been in electric form in Europe, scoring five goals out of nine appearances, with four games where he was sent in from the bench.
