Manchester United poised to make bid for Wolves fullback Rayan Ait-Nouri

Manchester United are preparing a bid to secure the services of Wolves’ talented fullback, Rayan Ait-Nouri, in the current transfer window. The Red Devils are seeking reinforcements for their left-back position and have identified the Algerian international as a prime target.

Ait-Nouri, who has been a mainstay in Wolverhampton Wanderers’ squad since joining the club in 2020, has made a significant impact during his time at Molineux. The 23-year-old has accumulated 138 appearances for Wolves, during which he has scored 11 goals and provided 13 assists. His attacking flair, combined with defensive solidity, has made him one of the standout fullbacks in the Premier League.

Internationally, Ait-Nouri has also made strides, representing Algeria on 13 occasions. His performances for both club and country have caught the attention of several top clubs, and Manchester United are now ready to test Wolves’ resolve with a concrete offer.

According to The Independent, United’s pursuit of Ait-Nouri has gained momentum following their unsuccessful attempt to sign Nuno Mendes from Paris Saint-Germain. Mendes opted to remain with the French giants despite interest from Manchester United last week. With the Portuguese left-back no longer an option, United manager Rúben Amorim has turned his attention to Ait-Nouri, who he reportedly rates very highly.

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The left-back position has been a key area of focus for United, particularly given injuries and inconsistency in their current options. Ait-Nouri’s blend of attacking prowess and defensive capabilities makes him an ideal fit for Amorim’s tactical setup. His ability to contribute in the final third while maintaining defensive discipline could provide United with a much-needed boost as they aim to strengthen their squad during the January transfer window.

Ait-Nouri’s current contract with Wolves runs until the summer of 2026, with an additional option to extend it for another year. This long-term commitment to Wolves ensures that the Midlands club is under no pressure to sell their prized asset. However, Manchester United’s interest and financial clout could tempt Wolves into considering a lucrative offer.

For United, this potential signing aligns with their strategy of recruiting young, dynamic players who can fit into their long-term vision. If successful, the acquisition of Ait-Nouri would mark another significant step in United’s efforts to rebuild and compete at the highest level, both domestically and in Europe.

As the transfer window heats up, all eyes will be on Manchester United to see if they can finalize a deal for Rayan Ait-Nouri and bolster their defensive ranks ahead of the second half of the season.

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Bologna-born Giuseppe Bianchi has spent more than a decade living in Rome and writing about Italian football, Spanish football and the Premier League for various Italian football portals and now he writes about European football for Euro Football Rumours. He's been thinking about football transfers pretty much nonstop since the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. Aside from writing, he likes to spend his time fishing and rock climbing.