Bayer 04 Leverkusen has submitted an offer for FC Utrecht's 25-year-old Moroccan international left-back, Souffian El Karouani. It is not clear if the German club is pursuing an immediate transfer or a free transfer, because the player's contract is expiring. Souffian El Karouani, who has 5 caps for Morocco, has delayed his decision on a previous offer from Fenerbahçe as he requires more time to think.
Last week, French media reported that Olympique Marseille is also considering a bid for the defender. Last summer, a transfer to Spartak Moskou seemed close, but FC Utrecht decided against dealing with the Russian club and reportedly rejected a bid of approximately €6.5-€7 million. This season, the defender has 2 goals and 9 assists in 17 Eredivisie appearances. His current market value, according to Transfermarkt, is €15.00m. Fenerbahçe's offer in December 2025 was reportedly €10 million. It has been said that Utrecht's asking price this winter is over €10 million.
