Newcastle resumes contact with Zalzouli.

Newcastle United has reopened communication channels with the environment of Moroccan international Abdessamad Ezzalzouli, winger of Real Betis, after its efforts to sign Spanish player Víctor Muñoz were dealt a heavy blow following the latter's transfer to Liverpool.

According to the newspaper "Team Talk," Newcastle's management has renewed its dialogue with Ezzalzouli's representatives, having been monitoring the Moroccan player alongside the Muñoz deal in recent weeks, before negotiations for the former Osasuna player's contract progressed further.

The same source confirmed that the English club has not abandoned its interest in Ezzalzouli, despite focusing recently on Muñoz, noting that Newcastle's scouting team believes the Moroccan winger could be "more suitable" for the Premier League due to his direct playing style, physical strength, and ability to surpass defenders in one-on-one situations.

Ezzalzouli has been delivering impressive performances with Real Betis; he finished last season with 15 goals and 13 assists across various competitions, continuing to attract the attention of several European clubs.

The Moroccan player's participation in the 2026 World Cup was affected due to an injury he sustained before the tournament began, having suffered a sprain in the inner ligament of his knee, which prevented him from representing the national team in the global competition.

The newspaper added that Ezzalzouli's recovery is progressing in the right direction, and he is nearing full fitness ahead of the new season, which reassures the clubs interested in his services.

Newcastle aims to strengthen its attacking options on the flanks in preparation for the upcoming season, and Ezzalzouli is considered one of the names that fits into coach Eddie Howe's project, given his speed, skill, and ability to make a difference in the final third of the pitch.