Intermediaries have discussed the availability of Moroccan and French international Neil El Aynaoui with Chelsea. According to TEAMtalk, Manchester United, Liverpool, Aston Villa, Brighton, Bournemouth, Newcastle United, and Sunderland are other Premier League clubs that have also held discussions. His contract with Roma is set to expire in June 2030. The 25-year-old's impressive World Cup performances for Morocco have increased interest from other clubs, which noted his limited starting opportunities at Roma after he joined from Lens last summer. Those representing the player believe there is a real possibility for El Aynaoui to move this summer if Roma receives a suitable proposal. Growing interest from England and other places is expected to challenge the Italian club's determination to keep him. Everton are also reportedly monitoring the situation. Former Marseille sporting director Mehdi Benatia told La Gazzetta dello Sport that he had attempted to sign El Aynaoui before his move to Italy but the player's cost was too high, adding that he did not understand why the midfielder had played less than anticipated at Roma.