Villarreal goes after the revelation forward of German football

The Yellow Submarine continues to seek quality reinforcements thinking about the future.

Javier Parra Peña | 2 Dec 2025 | 23.30
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Villarreal goes after the breakout forward of German football
Villarreal goes after the breakout forward of German football

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The Villarreal appears on the market radar as a candidate to secure the services of Younes Ebnoutalib, the young revelation from SV Elversberg who has already scored 10 goals in 140 games this season in the German second division.

The Yellow Submarine values his goal-scoring ability, youth, and the possibility of strengthening their attack with a promising profile. The club, under the sports management, sees him as an intelligent bet for the future and offensive rotation.

Villarreal explores the signing of Younes Ebnoutalib

There is genuine interest in Ebnoutalib at Villarreal's offices. His performance stands out for his goal-scoring efficiency in Germany, attracting the attention of several European clubs. The 22-year-old German-Moroccan forward has shown the ability to finish, move in the box, and handle pressure, attributes sought by Marcelino to strengthen the squad. His contract at Elversberg runs until 2028, and his release clause would be around ten million euros, a reasonable figure for a forward with his potential.

Villarreal is not alone in the race. In addition to their interest, other clubs from Germany, the Netherlands, and Italy are closely monitoring the player. However, the yellow management believes that signing him could be a profitable medium-term investment: low cost, youth, goals, and time to adapt.

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What does Ebnoutalib offer to the project?

Younes Ebnoutalib presents an attractive combination of youth, potential, and immediate offensive production. His ten goals in fourteen games confirm his scoring instinct. He can operate as a striker or support as a second forward, providing tactical versatility. His ability to adapt to different systems aligns well with Villarreal's needs, seeking depth without compromising competitiveness.

Furthermore, his physical profile and desire to establish himself in top-level football give him room for improvement. Coming to Spain, integrating into a serious environment with a good sporting project could boost his growth. For Villarreal, it would be a signing with low risk and high potential return: young talent, scoring ability, affordable, and promising future.

Challenges and competition for his signature

Despite Villarreal's interest, securing his arrival won't be straightforward. Other clubs have expressed their desire to sign Ebnoutalib, potentially raising the bidding war and complicating negotiations. Moreover, transitioning from the German second division to a more demanding league involves adaptation: pace, physicality, tactics. The player will need to prove his ability to perform under pressure in a different environment.

The club must assess whether the talent and potential outweigh the risk. A young forward with promise may make mistakes but could also become a key asset for the future. The decision rests on Villarreal's ambition and their ability to develop players.

What would Villarreal gain with his arrival?

If Ebnoutalib lands at Villarreal, the team would acquire a forward with youth, goal-scoring hunger, and offensive versatility. His presence would enhance attacking options, allow smart rotations, and create competition for starting positions, raising the squad's level. Furthermore, his addition would signify a future investment: a player with growth potential and the possibility of becoming a significant asset for the club.

Investing in an emerging young scorer like Ebnoutalib could be a sensible strategy. Villarreal aims to build intelligently: young talent, development opportunities, and financial stability. If all aligns well, the deal could materialize in the coming months.

The monitoring continues. Villarreal, scouting the market, keeps a close eye on the young Elversberg forward. His goal-scoring ability and potential make him a real option to strengthen the attack. Now it will depend on his performance, adaptation, and the club's decisions.

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