Reijnders is set to leave Manchester City after just one season in the Premier League, with the Citizens having reached an agreement of £51 million with Al Qadsiah in Saudi Arabia. The Dutch midfielder, who moved to the Etihad Stadium for £46.5 million from AC Milan, will now head to the Middle East, where he has already accepted the personal terms offered by the Saudi club.
During his brief stint at City, Reijnders managed to score seven goals in 47 appearances across all competitions. Despite starting the season promisingly, the player gradually lost his place in the starting lineup as former manager Pep Guardiola preferred to field Bernardo Silva alongside Spanish midfielder Rodri. With Silva's departure and Rodri being a priority target for Barcelona, the dynamics of City's midfield have undergone a significant transformation.
The sale of Reijnders, along with the transfers of Nathan Ake to Fenerbahçe and James Trafford to Leeds United, is part of the club's strategy to secure substantial funds and bolster the depth of the squad. With a total of around £100 million in sales during this transfer window, Manchester City is preparing to invest again, highlighting its intention to reshape the team after relying heavily on more experienced players in recent seasons.
To compensate for the departures in midfield, City has already secured the signing of Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for £116 million, a move that underscores the club's determination to maintain its competitiveness. The amount obtained from Reijnders' transfer will be immediately used to find a suitable replacement, with Manchester City showing interest in several high-profile options across Europe.
Among the potential targets, Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández emerges as a surprising option, while Moroccan international Ayyoub Bouaddi is also being closely monitored. As Reijnders prepares for a new chapter in Saudi Arabia, City continues to assess the transfer market in search of reinforcements that align with the club's new tactical vision.
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