Pep Guardiola Targets AC Milan Star Tijjani Reijnders as Summer Transfer Priority Amid Uncertainty Over De Bruyne and Silva

 

Pep Guardiola has reportedly identified AC Milan’s rising star, Tijjani Reijnders, as a top transfer target for Manchester City this summer, as speculation grows over the futures of several key players at the Etihad Stadium.

With Kevin De Bruyne, Bernardo Silva, Mateo Kovacic, and Matheus Nunes all facing possible departures at the end of the season, Guardiola is expected to make significant moves in the transfer market to refresh his squad. Despite a challenging season, his confidence remains high, and incoming sporting director Hugo Viana is set to back the manager with substantial funds.

City’s interest in Reijnders comes after a standout season for the Netherlands international at AC Milan. The 26-year-old has impressed in Serie A, and Manchester City is reportedly willing to pay up to £50 million to bring him to the Premier League. However, with Reijnders tied to Milan until 2030, the Serie A club will likely demand a significant fee.

City’s potential overhaul could also see other names like Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz, Atalanta's Ederson, and Juventus' Andrea Cambiaso added to the club's wishlist. In the midst of this, De Bruyne’s contract situation is being closely monitored, with the club offering him a one-year extension on reduced wages. Silva’s future remains uncertain, with the Portuguese star’s desire to return to his homeland ongoing since 2020.

With an ageing and injury-prone squad, Manchester City is poised for a major revamp this summer, possibly including another significant financial outlay to strengthen the team after spending £181.5 million in January.