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In a latest interview with AS (h/t Mundo Deportivo), RCD Espanyol teenager Omar El Hilali revealed that he had an opportunity to affix FC Barcelona however opted for the Parakeets as an alternative.
El Hilali, 21, has been a standout for Espanyol upon their return to La Liga this season, turning into a key participant within the squad.
The Moroccan defender, who’s primarily a right-back however can play anyplace throughout the backline, has earned reward for his versatility and expertise, with some huge groups paying attention to his improvement.
El Hilali might have been at Barcelona
A product of the Espanyol academy, El Hilali has admitted that he had the chance to decide on to affix Barcelona’s La Masiaa however opted to signal for his or her native rivals’ youth setup.
“I had the chance to decide on between Barça and Espanyol, and I selected Espanyol as a result of I felt that it needed to be that approach, and my household additionally thought it was the very best factor for me,” mentioned the 21-year-old.
Omar El Hilali might have joined Barcelona. (Picture by Alex Caparros/Getty Photographs)
“It was the sporting undertaking I needed. And I believe I made the proper selection, as a result of now I’m dwelling a dream,” he added.
El Hilali additional revealed that Barça tried to signal him a second time at a later stage whereas Manchester United too confirmed an curiosity, just for him to stay with Espanyol.
“They [Manchester United] needed me, simply as Barça tried to signal me once more, however I used to be very clear that I needed to remain at Espanyol,” mentioned El Hilali.
“Generally cash could make you doubt, however that was not the case for me, as a result of I knew what I needed. I most well-liked to observe my coronary heart, I felt that I needed to keep right here,” he defined.
