Manchester City is close to finalizing the signing of Rayan Ait-Nouri from Wolverhampton Wanderers for £31 million, with up to £5 million in potential add-ons. The 24-year-old left back is undergoing medical tests, with an announcement anticipated soon so he may compete in the FIFA Club World Cup. This signing marks a change in City's defensive strategy as they move from utilizing 'proper defenders' to focusing on versatile fullbacks. Ait-Nouri's technical abilities are expected to enhance City's attacking style as they aim for dominance on the field.
Ait-Nouri's signing suggests that the "proper defenders" era at City is over. Guardiola's strategy evolves as he seeks a more attacking style.
Ait-Nouri is expected to be announced as City's first signing of the summer, indicating a shift in Manchester City's transfer strategy towards more versatile defenders.
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