As FC Barcelona prepares for the upcoming season, they are actively pursuing Neil El Aynaoui, a 23-year-old Moroccan midfielder currently with AS Roma. El Aynaoui gained prominence during the Africa Cup of Nations, helping Morocco reach the final with his impressive performances. Despite joining Roma for around €23 million last summer, he has faced challenges securing playing time, totaling just over 600 minutes in Serie A this season. Barcelona sees this as an opportunity to strengthen their midfield, especially if Marc Casado departs due to limited game time. However, they face competition from Real Madrid and RB Leipzig, both of whom are monitoring El Aynaoui's situation, with his market value estimated at €20 million. The interest in El Aynaoui highlights the ongoing rivalry between Barcelona and Real Madrid as they vie for top talent in European football.