Manwan: Ait Nuri is expected to play in Brighton, his role is very important to Guardiola

August 28: Manchester Evening News, Manchester City defender Ait Nuri is expected to play in the game against Brighton.

The second round of home game against Tottenham Hotspur, shortly after the opening, the Manchester City new player was replaced early due to an ankle injury, and Ak came on the bench. The good news is that Nouri may have met the requirement to return to the field. Manchester City spent £31 million this summer to bring Nuri from Wolves, and the two sides signed until 2030.

Earlier this week, Manchester City's medical team evaluated Nuri's situation. On Thursday, the Algerian national team announced the World Cup roster, with Nuri in the list, and Algeria will play against Botswana and Guinea next month. Algeria coach Petkovic said: "Ait Nuri was indeed injured, but the doctor said his injury was not serious. He has trained with the team and Manchester City plans to let him participate in the next game."

Nuri's comeback will provide a huge help for Guardiola to find the direction of victory. They suffered their first defeat at home in the last round of the league. On the other hand, Ak, who replaced Nuri, was tangled by rumors of leaving the team, although another defender Akanji was more likely to leave the team.

Nuri is the first time in nearly eight years that Manchester City has signed a left-back who can immediately enter the first team. Guvadior has played in this position in the past two seasons, but he is currently plagued by injuries, and O'Reilly has occasionally replaced this position last season.

Guardiola will further update Nouri's health at a press conference at noon Friday and look forward to the next game against Brighton.

At 21:00 on August 31, Manchester City will play against Brighton away in the third round of the Premier League.