Tag: Tijjani Reijnders

McFarlane Says Maresca Sacking Shocked Squad as Leaders Rally for City Point

Enzo Maresca
January 2026

Interim coach Calum McFarlane said Chelsea’s dressing room was shocked by Enzo Maresca’s New Year’s Day dismissal, but senior players pulled the group together. Chelsea drew 1-1 at Manchester City after a late equaliser. McFarlane credited Reece James, Enzo Fernandez and Tosin Adarabioyo for leadership through the transition. City led through Tijjani Reijnders before Enzo Fernandez scored in stoppage time, with the squad framing the result as a response to disruption.

Arteta vows Arsenal will fight City to the finish after title-race response

Mikel Arteta
December 2025

City briefly went top after a late Cherki winner at Forest, but Arsenal reclaimed first place by edging Brighton 2-1, with Odegaard’s early strike and a Rutter own goal enough despite Gomez pulling one back to set up a nervous finish at the Emirates. Arteta admitted feeling “hacked off” by last season’s home draw with Brighton but praised his side’s resilience despite another unconvincing display. He insisted Arsenal are ready to push City all the way, treating routine-looking games as must-win tests in a title race decided by tiny margins.

Guardiola Praises New Signing Reijnders After Dream Start

Tijjani Reijnders (Manchester City)
August 2025

Pep Guardiola hailed Tijjani Reijnders as an “incredible” addition after the Dutch midfielder starred in Manchester City’s 4-0 Premier League win over Wolves. Reijnders scored and assisted, showcasing his versatility and control, instantly justifying City’s investment in him. Signed from AC Milan, Reijnders impressed with work rate and ball control, complementing City’s attack and midfield balance. Guardiola emphasized his tactical adaptability, praising his defensive coverage, passing vision, and ability to join attacks. Fans already view him as pivotal.

Man City Sign Tijjani Reijnders for £46.3m

Tijjani Reijnders (AC Milan > Manchester City)
Transfer completed this week

Manchester City have signed Dutch midfielder Reijnders from AC Milan for £46.3m on a five-year deal. He was the most productive Serie A midfielder last season, scoring 15 goals and registering the most assists.
Reijnders joins City alongside Rayan Cherki, Marcus Bettinelli, and Rayan Ait-Nouri. All were registered before the Club World Cup group stage, forming part of a rapid summer recruitment drive to bolster squad depth.

Man City Set to Land Reijnders in €55m Deal

Tijjani Reijnders (AC Milan > Manchester City)
Medical expected on Sunday, June 9, 2025

Manchester City have agreed a €55 million (£46.3m) deal to sign Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan on a five-year contract. The Dutch midfielder scored 15 goals last season in Serie A.
Reijnders emerged as Milan’s top-performing midfielder amid a poor team campaign. With Kevin De Bruyne departing, he will add fresh firepower to Guardiola’s midfield.

Man City Line Up Tijjani Reijnders & Morgan Gibbs-White as De Bruyne Successors

Tijjani Reijnders (AC Milan), Morgan Gibbs-White (Nottingham Forest)
Summer 2025

Manchester City are targeting AC Milan’s Tijjani Reijnders and Nottingham Forest’s Morgan Gibbs-White to replace outgoing star Kevin De Bruyne.
City see Reijnders as a priority and are prepared to bid above Milan’s £57m record sale (Kaká). Gibbs-White is also under consideration for his creativity.

Man City Line Up Reijnders Amid Midfield Rebuild

Tijjani Reijnders (AC Milan)
April 2025 (summer transfer window)

City are planning a €60m bid for AC Milan midfielder Reijnders as part of a larger rebuild to replace De Bruyne, with alternatives including Wirtz, Gibbs-White, and Cherki.
Despite Reijnders being under contract until 2030, he’s open to a Premier League switch, while Milan could be tempted by the fee. City’s broader midfield plan may limit Wirtz’s €150m pursuit.

Manchester City Target £50m Move for AC Milan’s Reijnders

Tijjani Reijnders (Manchester City)
April 2025

Manchester City are preparing a bid for AC Milan’s Tijjani Reijnders as part of their summer rebuild
Guardiola has made the Dutch midfielder a top priority, but City must sell players first, with Kevin De Bruyne potentially among those to depart.

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