Manchester City have reached a significant £46.3 million agreement, with additional bonuses, for the acquisition of AC Milan’s dynamic midfielder, Tijjani Reijnders. The Dutch international is poised to ink a five-year contract with the reigning Premier League champions, contingent upon passing his medical.
Reijnders, who has been instrumental for the Rossoneri, delivered a standout season, netting 15 goals and providing five assists across 54 appearances in all competitions. Despite AC Milan’s underwhelming eighth place finish in Serie A, Reijnders’ stellar displays earned him the acclaimed title of Serie A Midfielder of the Season.
Since his arrival from AZ Alkmaar in 2023, the 26-year-old has solidified his reputation, making over 104 appearances for the Italian giants. Nevertheless, Milan supporters have been vocal in their displeasure over the potential departure of one of the club’s few bright sparks.
Meanwhile, Pep Guardiola is intent on fortifying City’s midfield after a less than satisfactory campaign. Beyond Reijnders, City are also in advanced discussions with Wolverhampton Wanderers and Olympique Lyonnais. The Premier League heavyweights are eyeing a potential £40 million transfer for Wolves’ left-back Rayan Ait Nouri, alongside a £35 million pursuit of Lyon’s attacking midfielder Rayan Cherki.
Cherki, aged 21, is known for his attacking prowess, having scored 12 times in 44 appearances last season. His efforts on the pitch were highlighted by a commendable brace against Manchester United in the Europa League. The promising Frenchman recently received his maiden senior call-up for France and could make his international debut in the forthcoming UEFA Nations League semi-final against Spain.
City scouts have been keen followers of Ait Nouri, who is held in high regard for his adventurous style of play. The 23-year-old Algerian international made an impressive defensive impact at Molineux last season with five goals and seven assists from 41 appearances. With a year remaining on his contract at Wolves, City are eager to complete his signing ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup to bolster Guardiola’s backline.
The Citizens are hopeful of wrapping up these significant acquisitions, as they gear up for another ambitious campaign under Guardiola’s stewardship.
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