Moroccan winger Abdessamad Ezzalzouli has once again emerged as a transfer target, with Newcastle Unitedreportedly renewing contact with his representatives after their pursuit of Victor Muñoz appeared to stall, with the Spanish winger now believed to be close to joining Liverpool.
The Magpies have been monitoring the Moroccan international for several weeks. Despite their interest in Muñoz, Newcastle reportedly never ruled out a move for Ezzalzouli, whose attacking qualities continue to impress both the club’s management and head coach Eddie Howe’s staff.
Ezzalzouli’s profile is particularly appealing to Newcastle. His pace, dribbling ability, effectiveness in one-on-one situations, and impact during attacking transitions are viewed as valuable assets for the demands of the Premier League.
The 24-year-old enjoyed an outstanding season with Real Betis, finishing the campaign with 15 goals and 13 assists in all competitions. Those performances have attracted attention from several European clubs and further enhanced his reputation as one of Morocco’s most promising attacking talents.
However, his participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup was jeopardized by a medial knee ligament injury suffered shortly before the tournament. The setback was a significant blow for both the player and the Atlas Lions, although reports suggest his recovery is progressing positively.
Currently focused on regaining full fitness, Ezzalzouli is working toward a swift return to action. Newcastle, still seeking additional attacking options, could use the coming weeks to intensify their efforts and attempt to persuade Real Betis to part with one of their most influential players.
