Both Hansi Flick's side and Ruben Amorim's club were keen to sign Omar El Hilali in the past.
RCD Espanyol defender Omar El Hilali has opened up on why he decided to reject Barcelona and Manchester United in the past, revealing he was impressed with his club's project.
El Hilali, 21, has cemented himself as a regular starter for Espanyol since the start of last term. He helped his current team seal a promotion to the La Liga last season, providing four assists in 41 games across competitions in the process.
The Morocco U23 international, who joined the Parakeets' academy in 2016, has started all 17 of his La Liga appearances so far this season. He has turned a lot of heads with his versatility and talent, operating mainly as a right full-back.
