Juventus Contact Rayan Ait-Nouri’s Camp Over January Man City Move
Juventus have opened contact with Rayan Ait-Nouri’s representatives as they explore a January move for the Manchester City left-back.
Key takeaways
- Juventus are assessing whether Ait-Nouri is available for a mid-season switch to Turin.
- The Algeria international has played only twice for City this season, totalling 105 minutes.
- Despite that limited involvement, he has supplied three assists, including one in the Champions League against FC Porto.
- A loan with an option to buy is emerging as the preferred framework for a possible deal.
- AC Milan and Juventus both pursued the defender during the previous summer window.
Juventus see opening after City frustration
Ait-Nouri has struggled to break into Enzo Maresca’s regular City plans after choosing to remain at the Etihad Stadium over the summer. The 24-year-old opted to compete for his place despite interest from Italy, but his situation has not improved during the opening part of the campaign.
His two appearances have nevertheless produced an eye-catching return. The left-back has created three goals in 105 minutes, with his contribution against Porto underlining the attacking quality Juventus believe could strengthen their options down the flank.
City signed Ait-Nouri from Wolves a year ago in a €36.8 million deal. However, his lack of minutes has placed his longer-term future in Manchester under scrutiny ahead of the winter window.
Loan route could suit all parties
Juventus have tracked Ait-Nouri for some time. They were linked with him alongside Milan last year, and both Serie A clubs returned during the latest summer market, when discussions over a transfer took place.
The defender’s decision then was to stay at City, but Juventus are now preparing to test the club’s position again as they seek defensive reinforcements for the second half of the season.
City could be open to talks if Ait-Nouri’s path to regular football remains blocked. A temporary move including an option for Juventus to make the transfer permanent is being considered the likeliest solution.
