Manchester City is reportedly targeting AC Milan’s Tijjani Reijnders in a bid to bolster their midfield.
The 26-year-old Dutch international has impressed this season, scoring 14 goals across all competitions and emerging as a top transfer target for the Citizens.
Reijnders’ Rise to Prominence
Reijnders joined AC Milan from AZ Alkmaar in July 2023 and has since featured in 95 matches, scoring 18 goals.
His recent performances, including a goal against Spain in the UEFA Nations League, have caught the attention of top clubs like Manchester City.
Manchester City’s Transfer Plans
According to reports, Manchester City would need to pay over £50m to sign Reijnders, who recently signed a new contract at AC Milan without a release clause.
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To make room for the Dutch midfielder, Pep Guardiola might need to offload three first-team stars: Kevin De Bruyne, Mateo Kovacic, and Bernardo Silva.
The Case for Change
All three players are over 30, and their powers are beginning to wane.
Manchester City needs to find suitable replacements to maintain their dominance.
Reijnders’ ability to score consistently from midfield could address the team’s overreliance on Erling Haaland for attacking contributions.
