Juventus eye loan as Ait-Nouri’s City future hangs in balance

Rayan Ait‑Nouri arrived at Manchester City as a £31 million Premier League‑proven left‑back, yet his future now appears uncertain as Juventus signal a possible January loan. The contrast between his high‑profile arrival and the current speculation underlines a dramatic shift in fortunes.

City recruited the Algerian from Wolverhampton in June 2025, paying a fee of £31 million. At the time, the deal was hailed as an excellent bargain for a player already established in the Premier League. Expectations were that he would cement the left‑back position.

Fifteen months on, a series of minor injuries and the rise of Nico O’Reilly have limited Ait‑Nouri’s impact. O’Reilly secured the starting role for most of Pep Guardiola’s last season, leaving the Algerian with just 33 appearances for City. He has not featured in the Premier League this season and logged under 1 000 minutes in the league last term.

Juventus renew loan interest

According to fresh information from Italy, Juventus have renewed their interest in Ait‑Nouri, targeting an initial loan move in January. The Serie A club sees the loan as a chance to revive his playing time after a stalled spell at City.

Rumours of a departure have intensified, with Serie A emerging as the most likely destination. The limited game time at Manchester City has fed speculation that the left‑back may seek a fresh start abroad.