Manchester City have reached a full agreement with Wolverhampton Wanderers for the transfer of Algerian defender Rayan Aït-Nouri, with the deal reportedly valued at around €40 million, according to transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano.
The 23-year-old left-back, who has consistently impressed in the Premier League since joining Wolves from Angers, is expected to undergo his medical this Saturday ahead of completing his move to the Etihad Stadium.
Personal terms have already been agreed, making him City’s second summer signing following the arrival of Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders.
City are seeking to reinforce their defensive line ahead of the 2025–26 season, with long-serving right-back Kyle Walker anticipated to depart and the left-back position having posed tactical challenges for Pep Guardiola in recent campaigns.
Aït-Nouri’s technical ability, composure under pressure and attacking drive make him a strong candidate to solve the club’s long-standing imbalance on the flanks.
The Algerian international’s impending arrival comes amid a wider overhaul at Manchester City.
Kevin De Bruyne has exited following the expiration of his contract, and winger Jack Grealish is also expected to be sold.
Further uncertainty surrounds the futures of key figures such as goalkeeper Ederson, defender John Stones and midfielder Bernardo Silva, all of whom may be part of Guardiola’s plans to rejuvenate the squad after a rare trophyless season.
Despite finishing third in the Premier League, City’s 2024–25 campaign was viewed as underwhelming, with their defeat to Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final compounding the disappointment.
