The reality regarding the absence of Rayan Aït-Nouri during the match against Manchester United.

Excluded from the Manchester derby for tactical reasons, Rayan Aït-Nouri is expected to return to the team for the Carabao Cup. This is encouraging news ahead of the upcoming gathering of the Greens.

Rayan Aït-Nouri has had a particularly difficult start to the season with Manchester City. Already limited in his appearances since the beginning of the season, the Algerian international was not even part of the squad during the derby victory against Manchester United. This absence was not due to an injury, but rather a tactical decision, according to Simon Bajkowski, a journalist at the Manchester Evening News.

The situation highlights the limited position of the former Wolverhampton player in the current hierarchy. After four matchdays in the Premier League, Rayan Aït-Nouri has yet to play a single minute in the league. However, he is expected to join the squad for the Carabao Cup against Norwich, a competition that could provide him the opportunity to regain his rhythm.

This opportunity comes at a crucial time as Brahim Hemdani prepares to unveil his first squad for the Algeria national team. Unless there is a turnaround, Aït-Nouri is expected to be included in this gathering, which could also allow him to gain playing time and regain his form.

The situation is similar for Jaouen Hadjam, who has also yet to play a minute in the Premier League with Brighton since his arrival. Two left-backs in search of rhythm, which inevitably complicates the plans of the new Algerian coach.

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