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Rayan Ait-Nouri Thrives at Manchester City After Injury

2/20/2026

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Rayan Ait-Nouri, Manchester City defender, joined from Wolverhampton Wanderers for £36.3 million and has found footing at Etihad Stadium.
He spoke highly of Riyad Mahrez, who provided insights before the move.
Ait-Nouri initially struggled with an ankle injury but regained his starting position after excelling at Africa Cup of Nations.
Nico O'Reilly, his teammate, praised Ait-Nouri's contributions and the team's dynamics.
Ait-Nouri confirmed Mahrez's remarks about the club's welcoming atmosphere.

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Rayan Ait-Nouri, Manchester City defender, joined from Wolverhampton Wanderers for £36.3 million and has found footing at Etihad Stadium.
He spoke highly of Riyad Mahrez, who provided insights before the move.
Ait-Nouri initially struggled with an ankle injury but regained his starting position after excelling at Africa Cup of Nations.
Nico O'Reilly, his teammate, praised Ait-Nouri's contributions and the team's dynamics.
Ait-Nouri confirmed Mahrez's remarks about the club's welcoming atmosphere.