Ait-Nouri fit to face Brighton, says Guardiola | OneFootball

Pep Guardiola says Rayan Ait-Nouri is available for selection in this weekend’s Premier League trip to Brighton.

We travel to the south coast at 14:00 (UK) on Sunday for our third Premier League match of the season.

Left-back Ait-Nouri was forced to withdraw early during last week’s defeat to Spurs but Guardiola says the summer signing could again feature this time around.

“He’s fine,” said Guardiola when asked about the Algerian in Friday’s pre-match press conference.

Brighton v City | Match preview

Asked for clarification about whether the defender could play this weekend, Guardiola was unequivocal.

“Yes,” he said.

WATCH: Watch: Our last 10 goals away to Brighton

After we face Brighton, the players will break for the first international window of the new season.

Rodri has been named in Spain’s squad for their fixtures during that period despite limited minutes for City as he continues his return to full fitness.

Guardiola says he supports the Ballon d’Or winner getting minutes and building rhythm.

“Never spoke with the manager for Spain ever. Of course he feels better and needs minutes, I think they talk to each other and they decide who to select,” he said.

“If the player is fit, I always support that they go to the national team.

“I said in Italy [for Palermo friendly] that Rodri I think after next international break he’ll be better. Try against Wolves, Spurs, Brighton to play for a few minutes.”