TEAMtalk reported that intermediaries have discussed the availability of Roma's Moroccan and French midfielder, Neil El Aynaoui, with several Premier League clubs, which include Liverpool and Manchester United. Chelsea, Aston Villa, Brighton, Bournemouth, Newcastle United, and Sunderland are also among the English teams that were contacted. Everton is also monitoring developments. The 25-year-old moved to Roma from Lens last summer. His limited starting opportunities have reportedly led other clubs to believe they could provide him with a more significant role. The player's representatives believe a transfer is possible this summer if Roma receives a suitable proposal. It is expected that the Italian club's position will be tested by this growing interest. This follows inquiries made by Barcelona and Real Madrid earlier in the year. Former Marseille sporting director Mehdi Benatia, in comments to La Gazzetta dello Sport, stated that he had previously tried to sign El Aynaoui but the player's cost was too high. Benatia also questioned why El Aynaoui had not received more playing time at Roma. El Aynaoui's contract with the club is valid until June 2030.