It has to be a summer of bold decisions at the Etihad. Pep Guardiola is not mourning for the failure of last season.
Manchester City have already made their move in the market swift, calculated, and ambitious.
The Premier League giants are pushing forward to secure a new name to refresh their midfield ranks.
With their eyes set firmly on a dynamic presence who can dictate play and carry the ball with purpose, the club’s technical staff believe they have identified the ideal man.
Known for his crisp distribution, tactical intelligence, and tireless work rate, the Dutchman in question has quietly become one of the standout performers in Serie A.
Having only joined his current club in summer of 2023, his rapid rise has been impossible to ignore.
In the 2024/2025 Serie A season, the midfielder racked up 10 goals and 5 assists in 37 appearance for AC Milan.
The draw of the Premier League, paired with the promise of regular Champions League participation, may now be tugging at his attention.
Talks between the English giants and the Italian giants have picked up momentum.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Manchester City have tabled an opening offer of €60 million—add-ons included—for Tijjani Reijnders.
AC Milan, however, are holding firm, valuing their midfield metronome higher and unwilling to settle so early in the window.
Negotiations remain active, and while the deal is far from complete, both camps appear willing to continue discussions.
The Citizens are known for playing the long game in the market when it suits them, and this chase looks set to follow a familiar pattern—persistent, patient, and precise.
For now, Tijjani Reijnders remains a Milan player. But with Guardiola’s plans clear and City’s intentions firm, this could soon change. All it takes is the right number and a little more time.
🔵⏳ Negotiations underway between Man City and AC Milan for Reijnders, as reported earlier today. ⤵️ https://t.co/w8ySbQ11bN
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 30, 2025
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