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Viana ‘Working On An Exit Plan’ For Man City Player Who Could Make Controversial Move Across Manchester

Man City left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri appears destined to leave the Etihad during the January transfer window, according to reports. The Algerian international was offered to rivals Manchester United on Deadline Day last month, and TEAMtalk claim that ‘intermediaries’ have now…

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 3:36 PM
Viana ‘Working On An Exit Plan’ For Man City Player Who Could Make Controversial Move Across Manchester
Key Things to Know
  • Manchester City director Hugo Viana is reportedly preparing an exit plan for left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri.
  • Intermediaries have held fresh discussions regarding a potential permanent move to cross-town rivals Manchester United.
  • A direct player transfer between the two Manchester clubs has not occurred since Terry Cooke in 1999.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester City Director of Football Hugo Viana is reportedly working on an exit plan to sell left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri ahead of the January transfer window. Intermediaries have held fresh discussions regarding a direct permanent transfer to local rivals Manchester United, who are seeking cover for the injured Luke Shaw. Ait-Nouri is reportedly open to the move after struggling for regular playing time.

The Algerian defender has failed to secure a starting spot behind Josko Gvardiol and Nico O'Reilly under manager Enzo Maresca. Ait-Nouri has recorded zero Premier League minutes this season, making his only start in a Carabao Cup tie against Norwich City.

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