Union Saint-Gilloise excludes Anouar Ait El Hadj from European squad

Union Saint-Gilloise has released its squad list for European competition, notably excluding attacking midfielder Anouar Ait El Hadj. Despite a failed transfer to Dynamo Houston in the MLS, Ait El Hadj remains with the Brussels-based club, though his future appears uncertain as he has not played a single minute this season.

His absence is significant given the club's reliance on homegrown players to meet European registration requirements. The club currently maintains a squad with limited Belgian players, making local talent essential for roster size regulations.

Other notable omissions from the European list include Marc Giger, who appears to be outside the club's sporting plans. Conversely, defender Ross Sykes has been included in the squad despite a long-term injury that is expected to keep him sidelined for several months.