Houssem Aouar is a professional footballer who plays as a winger for the Algerian national team and Al Ittihad Football Club in Saudi Arabia. He was born on February 25, 1996, in the city of Beni Mostaïm, Algeria.
Aouar started his career with local club ES Sétif before moving to France to play for RC Lens. He then joined AS Monaco in 2017 and helped them win the Ligue 1 title that season. In 2018, he signed for Arsenal FC, where he spent two seasons before returning to France to join Lyon in 2020.
In addition to his successful club career, Aouar has also represented Algeria at various levels. He made his international debut in 2019 and has since earned over 40 caps for the team. His performances have caught the attention of several clubs, including Manchester United FC, who were reported to be interested in signing him in January 2021.
As a winger, Aouar is known for his speed, dribbling skills, and creativity on the pitch. He is also highly respected by his teammates and coaches for his work ethic and leadership qualities. Despite facing competition from other players such as Kylian Mbappé and Nabil Fekir, Aouar remains one of the most promising young talents in world football.