Rayan Aït-Nouri is expected to undergo his medical at Manchester City this Saturday ahead of a €40 million move from Wolverhampton Wanderers, according to multiple sources familiar with the deal.
The 23-year-old Algerian international is set to sign a long-term contract that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2030, strengthening Pep Guardiola’s defensive options as the Premier League giants look to reclaim their league title.
Aït-Nouri has emerged as one of the Premier League’s most dynamic left-backs this season, registering four goals and seven assists for Wolves.
His performances have attracted attention from several top clubs, but it is Manchester City who have made the decisive move.
The transfer agreement will also see a portion of the fee redirected to Ligue 1 side Angers, who sold Aït-Nouri to Wolves in 2020.
As stipulated in the original deal, Angers are due €11.5 million from the transfer.
“Rayan Aït-Nouri is set to become Manchester City’s new left-back,” sources confirmed, noting that final formalities, including the medical and contract signing, are scheduled for this weekend.
City’s interest in reinforcing the left side of their defence comes after a season in which their title defence fell short.
After four consecutive Premier League titles, Guardiola’s side relinquished their grip on the trophy and are now rebuilding with urgency.
Aït-Nouri’s arrival marks a strategic investment in youth and attacking flair from the full-back position—hallmarks of Guardiola’s tactical blueprint.
The Algerian’s ability to contribute at both ends of the pitch has been a defining feature of his recent campaign, and City will hope he can bring that same energy and consistency to their setup.
In addition to the impending Aït-Nouri deal, Manchester City are reportedly continuing their summer recruitment push.
Midfielder Tijjani Reijnders and forward Rayan Cherki are also believed to be on the club’s radar, as Guardiola and his backroom staff look to refresh a squad that has already enjoyed unprecedented domestic success.
As Aït-Nouri prepares to celebrate his 24th birthday this Friday, he does so with a major career milestone on the horizon.
Pending the outcome of Saturday’s medical, the Algerian will soon be donning the sky blue shirt of Manchester City, with expectations high for the next chapter of his Premier League journey.
