Headline: Juventus Eyes Manchester City’s Ait-Nouri Amid Transfer Strategy Shift
Juventus plans to reactivate their interest in Manchester City left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri during the January transfer window, although he isn’t their sole consideration for the position.
The Bianconeri previously sought to secure Ait-Nouri’s services over the summer; however, his club was not inclined to release the player at that time. Since then, circumstances have shifted, as Ait-Nouri has only participated in four matches this season, all of which were in the Champions League or Carabao Cup.
Notably, Ait-Nouri has made a significant impact despite limited playing time, providing three assists across just 168 minutes of action. However, he has yet to feature in any Premier League matches this term.
Ait-Nouri ready for new challenge
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 20: Rayan Ait-Nouri of Manchester City arrives at the stadium before before the Premier League 2026/27 match between Manchester City and Sunderland at Etihad Stadium on September 20, 2026 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images)
Manchester City paid €36.8m plus bonuses to acquire the Algerian international from Wolverhampton Wanderers in the summer of 2025, yet he does not seem to fit into coach Enzo Maresca’s current plans.
Facing financial restrictions due to a UEFA settlement agreement, Juventus is optimistic about arranging a loan deal for Ait-Nouri.
COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS – JUNE 06: Nicolas Tagliafico #3 of Argentina stands for the national anthem during the international friendly match between Argentina and Honduras at Kyle Field on June 06, 2026 in College Station, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)
In addition, other candidates for a left-back loan, as reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport, include Lyon’s Nicolas Tagliafico and Maxi Araujo from Sporting CP.
