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United hold transfer talks for 23-yo La Liga star, his agents were at club’s training ground this week – report

Manchester United want to sign Espanyol right-back Omar El Hilali in January, having held talks with his agents recently.

By Vishal Singh · The Peoples Person

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 8:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Omar El Hilali's representatives reportedly held transfer talks with Manchester United at Carrington ahead of January.
Manchester United are exploring a permanent cut-price deal for the Espanyol right-back.
The 23-year-old Morocco international holds an Estimated Transfer Value of €14.8 million.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Representatives for Espanyol right-back Omar El Hilali have reportedly held talks with Manchester United at their Carrington training ground ahead of the January transfer window. United are exploring a move for the 23-year-old Morocco international as they seek defensive reinforcements following recent scrutiny over Diogo Dalot's performances.

El Hilali has an estimated transfer value of €14.8 million and could be available in a cut-price permanent deal. Negotiations over personal terms could be aided because he shares the same agency as Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes.

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