Rayan Aït-Nouri Completes Manchester City Medical Ahead of £40m Move

Algerian defender Rayan Aït-Nouri has finished his medical tests at Manchester City. This brings him closer to joining from Wolverhampton Wanderers.

MEDICAL PASSED

The 24-year-old left-back had his medical examination on Saturday and passed all tests without any problems. Now, he just needs to sign a five-year contract to stay at Etihad Stadium until June 2030. City are paying over £40 million, including add-ons, for the defender. Some reports said it would be around £34 million.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Aït-Nouri has become one of the league’s best wing-backs while at Wolves. He led all defenders in goals and assists last season, catching the eye of Pep Guardiola. Aït-Nouri became a key target for City in the summer transfer window.

This move is important for City, who need a left-back to compete with Josko Gvardiol and Nico O’Reilly. Gvardiol has done well in that role, but he was originally seen as a center-back.

WHAT NEXT FOR AÏT-NOURI?

After signing the contract, Aït-Nouri will officially be a Manchester City player. He joins a strengthening squad under Guardiola. His contract at Wolves would have expired in June 2026. This was a good time for City to act, as he previously rejected extension offers from Wolves.

For Aït-Nouri, this move is a big step in his career. Moving from Wolves to City’s successful team, he’ll have a chance to shine in Guardiola’s system. City fans are eager to see how his attacking skills fit into their play style.