Reijnders tops Man City shortlist as Guardiola targets Milan star ahead of summer shake-up | OneFootball

Multiple reports confirm that Manchester City have made Tijjani Reijnders their top target for the upcoming summer transfer window and are preparing a concrete move for the Milan star.

The Netherlands international has been one of the Rossoneri’s standout performers in an otherwise challenging season, scoring 15 goals in 51 appearances across all competitions.

MILAN, ITALY – MAY 09: Nikola Moro of Bologna passes the ball whilst under pressure from Tijjani Reijnders of AC Milan during the Serie A match between AC Milan and Bologna at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on May 09, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

His form has prompted Milan to extend his contract until 2030, but even that may not be enough to guarantee his future at San Siro.

Guardiola eyes Milan’s Reijnders as centrepiece of Manchester City rebuild

According to The Telegraph, Pep Guardiola has identified Reijnders as a key figure in his plans to reshape the City squad after a disappointing campaign. The Premier League champions are reportedly assessing a substantial offer to satisfy their manager’s request and lure the Dutchman to Manchester.

The Citizens are believed to be ready to table a bid in the region of €70 million—a fee that would mark Milan’s most expensive sale ever, surpassing Kaká’s move to Real Madrid in 2009.

City’s interest was also confirmed by Matteo Moretto, who noted that Reijnders features on a shortlist of two or three profiles under evaluation by the English side. The club is said to be gauging the situation before launching a formal offer.

While Milan consider Reijnders theoretically untouchable, missing out on next season’s Champions League would weaken their position and could force them to consider selling one of their top assets if a major offer arrives.

MILAN, ITALY – APRIL 02: Tijjani Reijnders of AC Milan is tackled by Nicolo Barella of FC Internazionale during the Coppa Italia Semi Final match between AC Milan and FC Internazionale at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on April 02, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Though the 26-year-old is understood to be happy at Milan, a move cannot be ruled out if a European heavyweight comes knocking.

Chelsea have also shown interest in recent months, but talks reportedly never advanced.