Club won't give up on Manchester City player despite PL side making January exit complicated

Barcelona are considering a January loan move for Manchester City left-back Rayan Aït-Nouri, though the clubs disagree on terms.

Barcelona have identified Manchester City left-back Rayan Aït-Nouri as a transfer target ahead of the January window. The 24-year-old has struggled for playing time under Enzo Maresca this season, managing just 168 minutes across four appearances, and is yet to make a Premier League start.

The La Liga leaders view Aït-Nouri as an attacking fullback who fits their profile, particularly given uncertainty around Alejandro Balde's future. Barcelona's plan is to sign him on loan, but Manchester City want to include a mandatory purchase obligation, complicating negotiations.

Other clubs are also monitoring the Algeria international, who recently changed agents to Ali Barat and is seeking a move to guarantee regular football.