According to Fichajes, Manchester City are impressed with AC Milan midfielder Tijjani Reijnders’ progress. The Premier League club could be making a move in the next summer transfer window to land the talent at the Etihad Stadium.
Tijjani Reijnders has gone from strength to strength
Impressed by Tijjani Reijnders‘ performances at AZ Alkmaar, AC Milan decided to sign last summer. The player started hitting the ground immediately and emerged as a regular feature in the starting XI. His rising reputation has attracted some big clubs across the globe.
Reijnders is extremely versatile and can don any role in the midfield. He is known for his intelligence and abilities on the ball. He can move forward to create threats as well as dictate the play from lying deep in the middle of the park.
The Dutchman featured in 50 games last season, netting four goals and as many assists. He averaged 1.2 shots, 1.4 key passes, and 1 dribble per game (stats via whoscored).
Tijjani Reijnders can be a long-term solution
Manchester City are always on the lookout for technical and versatile midfielders. Hence, their interest in Tijjani Reijnders is understandable.
With the likes of Kevin De Bruyne and İlkay Gundogan being on the wrong side of 30, the Citizens will have to replace them. Moreover, the future of Mateo Kovacic is uncertain amid interest heating up from Saudi in recent weeks.
Therefore, signing Reijnders could be a great move. The player has the qualities to serve well for Pep Guardiola’s side. His versatility and qualities in the final third will be extremely useful.
The 26-year-old is about to hit his peak years and luring him should be a lucrative deal for Manchester City. Though AC Milan will try to hold the talent, they will be tempted to book profits if a good offer arrives on the table. For now, Reijnders has around €40 million market value.
