Manchester City Secure £46.3M Deal for AC Milan’s Tijjani Reijnders, Bolstering Midfield for Club World Cup

 

Manchester City have finalized a £46.3 million transfer agreement with AC Milan to acquire Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders, sparking widespread discussion in global sports circles. The 26-year-old, who earned the Serie A Midfielder of the Year award after an impressive season with 15 goals and four assists, has signed a five-year contract with the Premier League champions. Reijnders’ arrival marks a significant step in City’s midfield rebuild following the departure of club legend Kevin De Bruyne, with the Dutchman’s creativity and composure expected to fill the void.

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Named after former Super Eagles and Ajax star Tijani Babangida by his Ajax-supporting parents, Reijnders has no Nigerian heritage but carries the legacy of the name through his dynamic play. His signing is part of Manchester City’s ambitious recruitment strategy under Chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak, who is also pursuing Lyon’s Rayan Cherki and Wolves’ Rayan Aït-Nouri as the club prepares for the upcoming Club World Cup in the United States. Reijnders’ move has generated excitement among fans, who see his versatility and proven track record as key to City’s pursuit of domestic and international success in the 2025-26 season.