Algerian international Rayan Aït-Nouri has been granted permission by the Algerian Football Federation to leave the national team’s training camp and undergo a medical examination ahead of a potential transfer to Manchester City.
The 23-year-old left-back is set to complete the routine medical as part of the final steps before finalizing his move from Wolverhampton Wanderers to the Premier League champions.
Manchester City and Wolverhampton have reached a full agreement on the transfer, with the deal reportedly valued at around £50 million.
The Citizens are keen to expedite the process to register Aït-Nouri for participation in the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup, where they will face Wydad Casablanca in their opening match on June 18.
Aït-Nouri, who joined Wolves from Angers in 2020, has made over 130 Premier League appearances, scoring nine goals and providing 15 assists.
His impressive performances have attracted interest from several top clubs, but Manchester City have moved swiftly to secure his services.
The national team’s technical and administrative staff have excused Aït-Nouri from today’s match against Rwanda to facilitate the medical examination.
This move underscores the player’s importance to both club and country, as he prepares to take the next step in his career.
Manchester City’s pursuit of Aït-Nouri aligns with their strategy to strengthen the squad ahead of the new season, following a third-place finish in the Premier League.
The acquisition of the Algerian defender is expected to bolster their options at left-back, a position that has seen makeshift solutions in recent times.
