According to a report by Football Transfer on Thursday October 29, 2026, Rayan Ait-Nouri, a left back whose future at the Etihad Stadium is in doubt due to a lack of playing time, has reportedly resumed talks with Manchester City about a possible January transfer.

There were rumors that the Algerian international could make a stunning move to Old Trafford before the summer transfer window closed. When the market reopens in January, Michael Carrick's camp is thinking about getting back into it.

Despite moving from Wolverhampton Wanderers to Manchester City last summer, Ait-Nouri has not been able to cement his place in the starting lineup. Under new manager Enzo Maresca, the defender has also struggled to secure opportunities.

The 25-year-old has played just 138 minutes in all competitions this season and has not made a Premier League appearance. He appears to be trailing in the standings behind Nico O'Reilly and Josko Gvardiol at the moment.

Maresca recently admitted the problem, saying that when available, Gvardiol and O'Reilly had done a fantastic job at left back. The rivalry that Ait-Nouri encounters to secure consistent playing time was brought to light by his remarks.

United have shown interest in signing the defender as a potential addition to their roster, as his future with City grows more cloudy. The team supposedly wants a different left back to compete with Luke Shaw for playing time.

United have reportedly resumed transfer talks with City for a potential January transfer, as reported by TEAMtalk. Rumor has it that middlemen are quietly trying to figure out whether the two clubs can come to terms during the forthcoming winter transfer window.

There have been rumors that Ait-Nouri would be interested in a move to Old Trafford, and his estimated transfer value is around €48.8 million. If he does indeed join United from City, he would become the first player to do so since 2011's Owen Hargreaves.

Reports indicate that Manchester City are willing to approve a loan deal with an option to purchase upon certain conditions being met. Everton are likewise keen, but they'll have to pursue a permanent deal because of their current loan arrangement with Jack Grealish.

Nicolo Tresoldi, a striker for Club Brugge, is among the other possible January signings that Manchester United are keeping an eye on. In light of the ongoing speculation about Lisandro Martinez's future, they would also like to fortify their defense.