Manchester City Ramps Up Efforts to Sign £50m Midfield Talent

Manchester City is reportedly prepared to increase their offer for AC Milan’s midfielder Tijjani Reijnders. The Premier League champions are looking to bolster their midfield options as they anticipate the possible departure of Kevin De Bruyne this summer.

City’s Midfield Revamp

After a challenging season that sees them currently sitting fifth in the Premier League, Manchester City is planning a significant overhaul of their squad. The team has been hit by injuries and some key players are showing signs of decline.

De Bruyne, whose contract expires this summer, may be the first high-profile exit. His potential departure could mark the beginning of a midfield transformation at the Etihad Stadium.

Reijnders: A Promising Target

According to reports, City is now willing to pay up to £50m for Reijnders, an increase from their initial £42m valuation. The Dutch midfielder has impressed in Serie A, showcasing his versatility and goal-scoring ability.

Comparing Reijnders and De Bruyne

While De Bruyne is considered one of the Premier League’s best-ever midfielders, his recent injury struggles have limited his impact. Reijnders, on the other hand, has been more durable and offers a different skill set:

• Reijnders has played 2,318 minutes this season compared to De Bruyne’s 1,103
• The Dutch midfielder has scored 9 goals, while De Bruyne has 2
• Reijnders averages more tackles won and interceptions per 90 minutes

If City decides to overhaul their midfield, Reijnders could be a prime candidate to join the squad this summer, potentially offering the energy and versatility needed to refresh Pep Guardiola’s team.