Manchester United sent an inquiry for a Manchester City defender

Manchester United has sent a formal inquiry for Manchester City defender Ryan Ait-Nouri as the transfer window approaches its close. One.uz reports.

According to sources from talkSPORT and Goal.com, the "Reds" plan to sign the 25-year-old French player to resolve issues in their left-back position. This move could be the next step in the rare history of direct transfers between the two clubs.

Status of negotiations It is currently unclear how the discussions between the parties will conclude. Manchester City sources confirm that the club has no intention of selling the player to its main rival and rates the likelihood of a transfer as low.

Nevertheless, Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick and the club's management are continuing their efforts to reach a deal in the final minutes. The player's career and opportunities Ryan Ait-Nouri joined Manchester City last summer for a fee of £32 million.

However, due to an injury at the start of the season and his participation in the Africa Cup of Nations, he has lost his regular place in the starting lineup and has been relegated to the bench. If this unexpected transfer goes ahead, it will be a major opportunity for the defender to showcase his skills once again and open a new chapter in his career.