{"id":306788,"date":"2025-07-31T14:29:23","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T14:29:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/306788\/"},"modified":"2025-07-31T14:29:23","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T14:29:23","slug":"whos-better-option-for-leeds-united","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/306788\/","title":{"rendered":"Who’s better option for Leeds United?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Comparison<\/p>\n

(Credit: Imago\/Premier League on Youtube)<\/p>\n

\"Declan <\/p>\n

Thu 31 July 2025 14:35, UK <\/p>\n

Leeds have reportedly firmed up their interest in Leicester star Bilal El Khannouss.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leeds are understood to be willing to meet the \u00a324.5M release clause<\/a> in his contract with the Championship outfit. <\/p>\n

That could spell trouble for Brenden Aaronson<\/a>, who has been wildly inconsistent in his time at Elland Road. <\/p>\n

Here, MOT Leeds News<\/strong> looks at which player would suit Daniel Farke<\/a>\u2018s side best.<\/p>\n

\"LeedsFarke is looking for fresh blood in his squad. (Credit: Imago)Player Profiles: Style, Age and Market Value<\/strong><\/p>\n

Aaronson is a 24-year-old American attacking midfielder, who has featured 87 times for the Whites in all competitions and has 53 caps for his country. <\/p>\n

He joined from Red Bull Salzburg in 2022, after spells with Bethlehem Steel and Philadelphia Union in his homeland.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, El Khannouss joined the Foxes in in 2024 after two seasons with Belgian side Genk, who he spent two seasons with, making a total of 94 appearances. <\/p>\n\nInformation<\/td>\nAaronson<\/td>\nEl Khannouss<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nClub<\/td>\nLeeds<\/td>\nLeicester<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nAge<\/td>\n24<\/td>\n21<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nEst min value<\/td>\n\u00a312.9m <\/td>\n\u00a324.2m <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nPreferred foot<\/td>\nRight<\/td>\nRight<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nPosition<\/td>\nAM, CM, LW<\/td>\nAM, CM, LW<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nContract<\/td>\nJun 30, 2027<\/td>\nJun 30, 2028<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Aaronson and El Khannouss\u2019 general stats.2024-25 League Stat Comparison: El Khannouss v Aaronson<\/strong><\/p>\n

El Khannouss spent last season playing in the Premier League<\/a> for the Foxes, while Aaronson was in the second tier. <\/p>\n\nStats (League)<\/td>\nAaronson<\/td>\nEl Khannouss<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nGoals<\/td>\n9<\/td>\n2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nAssists<\/td>\n2<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nXG per 90<\/td>\n0.29<\/td>\n0.05<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nShots per 90<\/td>\n2.17<\/td>\n1.23<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nShots on target per 90<\/td>\n0.71<\/td>\n0.29<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nChances created per 90<\/td>\n1.84<\/td>\n1.72<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nTouches in opposition box per 90<\/td>\n4.64<\/td>\n1.56<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Aaronson v El Khannouss\u2019 stats in the league last season.<\/p>\n

The current Peacocks ace beats his potential competition in all metrics, however, it is vital to consider that he was playing in a lower league, so the stats will always come out in his favour. <\/p>\n

Aaronson\u2019s last stint in the top-flight saw him get bullied, with just one goal and three assists as the Whites were relegated, and the Moroccan international registered more contributions than that last season in a worse team.<\/p>\n

Overall Style of Play<\/strong><\/p>\n

Aaronson is known for his high work rate and pressing ability, with his passing and creativity his best asset when he is on form for the Elland Road<\/a> team. <\/p>\n

However, his decision-making is questionable as he often over-dribbles and loses possession or fires shots wide of the target when there is a better option.<\/p>\n

El Khannous is also a technically gifted player, who boasts excellent close control skills and the ability to dribble past opponents in tight spaces.<\/p>\n

He has intelligent movement, is able to find space to receive the ball and turn it into a promising attack and is extremely composed in possession, which is something that Aaronson lacks.<\/p>\n

\"EllandThe Whites\u2019 faithful can be frustrated by Aaronson. (Credit: Imago)Tactical Fit: Who Suits Daniel Farke\u2019s 4-2-3-1 Formation Best?<\/strong><\/p>\n

El Khannous would arguably fit Farke\u2019s system better in LS11 as his decision-making and ability to dictate tempo would be crucial for the Whites, especially when they transition between defence and attack.<\/p>\n

Aaronson has a tendency to rush things, which can make Leeds lose the ball while in promising areas of the pitch, which would be very detrimental in the top-flight.<\/p>\n

El Khannous<\/strong><\/p>\n