RAYAN AIT-NOURI NEWS

Creates four chances versus Spurs Ait-Nouri had two shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Tottenham Hotspur. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact Ait-Nouri had his most productive match of the season Saturday as he set season-highs in chances created (four), crosses (eight) and corners (five). He also took two shots for the second straight match. While he has yet to record a goal contribution this season, his recent production suggests one could be on the horizon.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Ait-Nouri created a pair of chances and shot once during Saturday's 2-1 win over Bournemouth.

Impact Ait-Nouri was a doubt after suffering a concussion before the international break but passed all checks and got straight back in the starting XI. The left-back made the most of a soft matchup and created a pair of chances, a new season-high. Ait-Nouri has been asked to step into the midfield more in recent matches and could see an uptick in his offensive production moving forward, though a Saturday clash with Newcastle is one of the toughest on the schedule.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Saturday Ait-Nouri (concussion) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Bournemouth.

Impact Ait-Nouri was pictured in training earlier this week, so it's not surprising to see him keeping his regular place in the XI. Even though his fantasy upside is not very high, it's worth noting he has started in all but one game in 2023/24.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured in training Ait-Nouri (concussion) was pictured in training Thursday ahead of Saturday's trip to Bournemouth.

Impact Ait-Nouri likely passed concussion protocol at some point over the break and is expected to remain in the starting XI for Saturday's match. He's started all but one league contest this season and while he's featured as a wing-back the last couple matches, that hasn't resulted in a massive uptick in numbers. He's on just two shots and four crosses for the season, which aren't helped by his usage, as he's gone more than 77 minutes just two times in eight games.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dropped from Algerian team Ait-Nouri was not allowed to travel for Algeria over the international break because of a concussion suffered against Aston Villa.

Impact Ait-Nouri will have two weeks to recover from a concussion over the international break and it's not believed it will keep him out upon return. The defender only made it 45 minutes in the draw against Villa and maybe more intriguing is that Wolves have changed formations the last couple matches, moving Ait-Nouri to more of a wing role. However, that hasn't resulted in a boost in numbers just yet, especially since either Hugo Bueno or Matt Doherty continue to sub on for him every match.

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off at halftime Ait-Nouri was forced off at halftime during Sunday's match against Aston Villa.

Impact Ait-Nouri picked up a head injury in the first half and was replaced by Matt Doherty at halftime. The wing-back has just under two weeks to recover ahead of Wolves' next match against Bournemouth.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recovered from fatigue Ait-Nouri (fatigue) is fully fit and available for Saturday's trip to Luton, according to manager Gary O'Neil. "'Hodgy' [Joe Hodge] will be back in and around it and has been train...

Impact Ait-Nouri was forced off during a 3-1 loss to Liverpool but it was due to some minor muscular fatigue. The full-back is fit once more and should be straight back on the pitch for Saturday's trip to Luton Town.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Injury deemed minor Ait-Nouri came off with muscle fatigue during Saturday's 3-1 loss to Liverpool, according to manager Gary O'Neil. "Rayan's injury was just muscle fatigue, really. I don't expect hi...

Impact Ait-Nouri was forced off in the 65th minute via injury though it appears the injury was simply fatigue and nothing more sinister. It's a good report for the left-back who has started four of five matches to begin the Premier League.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two clearances in loss Ait-Nouri had two tackles (zero won), two clearances and one interception in Monday's 1-0 loss against Manchester United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 35th minute...

Impact Ait-Nouri had a decent performance against Manchester United Monday, getting the start at left back while totaling two tackles and two clearances. It was also his first start since Feb 11, which came as a surprise that the defender got the start over Hugo Bueno. He will have to continue to show consistency if he wants to keep his starting role for the rest of the season.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late winner at Everton Ait-Nouri scored on his only shot on target, was given a yellow card, made one interception and three tackles in Monday's 2-1 win at Everton.

Impact Ait-Nouri scored his first goal of the season in the 95th minute Monday, as the ball fell to him inside the box and he slotted it past Jordan Pickford. The defender took off his shirt in celebration, and was given a yellow card for it. Ait-Nouri provided solid defense prior to the winner, racking up three tackles, two clearances and one interception after coming on in the 59th minute for Hugo Bueno.

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late goal gives Lopetegui winning league start with Wolves

Wolverhampton manager Julen Lopetegui has marked his Premier League debut with a dramatic stoppage-time 2-1 win at Goodison Park which ramped up the pressure on Everton coach Frank...

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • Associated Press

Lopetegui wins in Wolves debut, Adams powers Southampton

Late goals from substitutes Raul Jimenez and Rayan Ait-Nouri ensured a winning start for new Wolverhampton manager Julen Lopetegui in the team’s 2-0 victory over fourth-division Gi...

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • Associated Press

Available after illness Ait-Nouri is available for Sunday's match against Leicester City after missing the midweek contest with an illness.

Impact Ait-Nouri was replaced by youngster Hugo Bueno in Tuesday's loss, but it's expected the former will be back in the starting XI Sunday. At this point, it seems like caretaker manager Steve Davis prefers to rotate his full-backs, which means inconsistent starts for Ait-Nouri ahead of the World Cup break.

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Four tackles versus Liverpool Ait-Nouri finished the season with three inaccurate crosses, three interceptions and four tackles (two won) in their 3-1 loss to Liverpool.

Impact Ait-Nouri had another decent all-around performance to close the season, but couldn't help them avoid the loss to Liverpool. The midfielder started in 20 of his 23 appearances in Premier League play, with one goal from 13 shots and two assists from 17 chances created. He also contributed with 96 crosses, 64 tackles and 30 clearances in 2021-22.

JUNE 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Ait-Nouri scored a goal off two shots (one on target), created one chance, sent in four crosses (one accurate) and suffered two fouls during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Norwich.

Impact Ait-Nouri didn't fill the stat sheet as he did several times during this campaign but made up for that with a much bigger contribution in the 55th minute. The full back was at the right place to head the ball home after the opposing defense failed to clear a free-kick cross from the right. This was the first goal of the season for Ait-Nouri, who will try to finish his season in style during next Sunday's visit to Liverpool.

MAY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in seven crosses in win Ait-Nouri created one chance, sent in seven crosses (two accurate) and was shown a yellow card during Thursday's 4-0 win over Watford.

Impact Ait-Nouri was back in the lineup after being an unused substitute during the previous two contests. And the wing-back made most of the opportunity, sending seven crosses into the opposition's box, his best mark in three months, and being involved in the play that led to his side's second goal. He'll try to keep it up during Sunday's visit to Everton.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still taking corners Ait-Nouri has taken seven corners in the last five matches while also producing two shots and four chances created.

Impact Ait-Nouri continues to split sets for Wolves, though Joao Moutinho usually takes the majority of them when on the pitch. Ait-Nouri's numbers aren't as extravagant as earlier in the season, but he's still getting forward a ton and holding enough upside to be relevant in most matchups. The question is if he'll continue to take sets with Pedro Neto set to see more time.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in win Ait-Nouri assisted a goal and made two clearances in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Southampton. He also won two of two tackles in the match.

Impact Ait-Nouri made his first appearance in just over a month Saturday after recovering from an undisclosed injury, and he looked good in his return as he set up Adama Traore's stoppage-time goal against Southampton. He will want to do it again next weekend versus Brentford, which are 14th in the Premier League table.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Monday Ait-Nouri (undisclosed) is on the bench for Monday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Ait-Nouri is back in the squad Monday after missing the last two weeks, but he's on the bench, so he's healthy not fully fit or Fernando Marcal has retaken the job on the left wing. When healthy, Ait-Nouri was a quality fantasy option and was splitting set pieces for Wolves.

JANUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss at least one match Ait-Nouri is still being assessed for his injury suffered Wednesday, but he'll miss Sunday's match against Chelsea, confirmed manager Bruno Lage.

Impact Wolves never give too much away with their injuries and this is another case with Ait-Nouri, as it's still unclear what his injury is, though reports have it as an adductor issue. The good news for Wolves is that Fernando Marcal is a quality wing-back and can fill in no matter how long Ait-Nouri is out.

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Injured in warmups Ait-Nouri was injured in warmups and has been replaced in the starting XI Wednesday against Brighton by Fernando Marcal.

Impact This is a massive change for fantasy implications, as Ait-Nouri has been one of Wolverhampton's better players. In his place, Marcal is back in the XI, meaning Joao Moutinho and Daniel Podence will likely be on the majority of set pieces.

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Man City Ait-Nouri (knock) will get the nod in Saturday's game against Manchester City.

Impact Ait-Nouri left the last game a little earlier, but he shook off the knock quickly and will continue starting. He has posted six shots, 45 crosses and 31 tackles in nine appearances so far.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Should be good for Saturday Ait-Nouri (knock) wasn't mentioned by manager Bruno Lage ahead of Saturday's match against Manchester City.

Impact Ait-Nouri had to come off in the final minutes last weekend and unsurprisingly, it looks like he's ready to start again Saturday. He's had some nice performances this season, but playing away to Man City is unlikely to produce a ton of fantasy action.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Liverpool Ait-Nouri was subbed out of Saturday's defeat against Liverpool in the 92nd minute after suffering an apparent injury. He made three clearances and won five of eight tackles in the...

Impact Wolves manager Bruno Lage confirmed Ait-Nouri's injury after Saturday's game but he wasn't sure of the extent quite yet. Fernando Marcal (illness) might be able to fill in for him on the left wing Saturday if necessary, but he tested positive for COVID-19 last week and might not be fit in time.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE