AC Milan and Juventus are keeping a close watch on Algeria international Rayan Aït-Nouri’s situation at Manchester City, where his playing time has fallen since the start of the season. Milan’s interest dates back to his spell at Wolverhampton. The left-back is valued for his technical and physical qualities and his ability to take on different roles on the left flank.
Juventus has also renewed contact with the player’s representatives to discuss a possible loan with an option to buy. Any deal will depend on Manchester City’s stance. The English club values Aït-Nouri at around 40 million euros and would prefer an agreement that includes an obligation to make the move permanent.
Aït-Nouri is seeking more regular playing time in the second half of the season to maintain his place in Algeria’s national team. New coach Ibrahim Hamdani recently left him out after an angry reaction to being kept on the bench for the match against Zambia. The situation could influence the player’s next move as the winter transfer window approaches.