Manchester City Secures Tijjani Reijnders for £46.3 Million

Like Honeyman, Manchester City were active on deadline day and confirmed the signing of Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan for £46.3 million. The 26-year-old Netherlands international should give Pep Guardiola considerable midfield depth with the recent departure of Kevin De Bruyne. Reijnders was even named Serie A’s Midfielder of the Year. He was phenomenal, finishing the year tops in goals and assists among all midfielders in league play.

Reijnders moved to AC Milan from AZ Alkmaar in the summer of 2023. That’s when he first rapidly revealed his technical and imaginative expertise, establishing himself as a star on the crew. With 15 goals in all competitions last season, he proves he is capable of carrying the load on the other end of the field. His arrival at Manchester City is part of Guardiola’s ongoing rebuild, as the team looks to maintain its competitive edge in both domestic and international competitions.

Manchester City were looking at Reijnders as a target, for the attributes that they lacked throughout last season. His output in key passes and scoring goals fits perfectly into the club’s high tempo and attacking style of play.

Former Netherlands international Michel Vonk, who coached Reijnders in his development at AZ Alkmaar. He spoke eloquently of the skill of his former protégé.

“He’s a technical, creative player who can play the key pass and scores goals.” – Michel Vonk

Reijnders’s IWTTW intelligent approach to the game makes him a valuable addition for City. He continues the line of Dutch greats such as Frank Rijkaard, Ruud Gullit and Marco van Basten. His desire for greatness fits right in line with Manchester City’s premium, top-class operations.

Individually, with Reijnders now officially a member of the squad, the Dutch midfielder has inked a five-year contract with the club. His technical quality will bring more depth and creativity to the midfield. This is particularly important for City, as they hope to continue their pursuit of regaining the position of best team in English football.