Manchester City's Tijjani Reijnders in Transfer Limbo

Manchester City's Tijjani Reijnders is in transfer limbo, with Juventus still eyeing the midfielder despite the club's new era under Enzo Maresca. The Italian club is willing to wait for the right opportunity to sign Reijnders, who has been linked with a move to Juventus since Pep Guardiola's departure.

What happened?

Juventus have not given up hope of signing Tijjani Reijnders from Manchester City. However, any move is likely to depend on how Enzo Maresca reshapes his midfield over the coming weeks. Earlier this year, we covered reports from Italy suggesting the Serie A club believed Pep Guardiola's eventual departure could reopen the Dutchman's situation at the Etihad. That managerial change has now happened.

Why it matters for Manchester City

Manchester City's squad is entering a new era under Maresca, and Reijnders' future at the club is uncertain. The Italian media believe Juventus are still watching closely for an opportunity to sign the midfielder. According to Tuttosport, Reijnders remains one of Luciano Spalletti's preferred midfield targets.

What comes next?

Tijjani Reijnders is no longer being linked with a straightforward permanent transfer. Instead, Tuttosport explain Juventus would ideally pursue a paid loan with an option to buy worth around €35m (£30.4m). This approach would allow the Italian club to delay a major financial commitment and assess the midfielder over a full season.

Manchester City's League Standing

Manchester City currently sit 2nd in the Premier League, with 64 points from 31 games. They are 6 points behind leaders Arsenal and have scored 63 goals this season, conceding 28. Their next fixture is against Newcastle at home on 20th February 2027.

Transfer Speculation

Manchester City signed Reijnders from AC Milan for an initial €57.7m (£50m), with bonuses capable of taking the deal to €70m (£60.7m). His book value currently sits at around €46m (£39.9m). Therefore, a permanent sale is difficult unless City receive an acceptable offer.

Manchester City's Squad Changes

Manchester City's midfield could look very different by the end of the window. For example, Bernardo Silva is expected to leave, Rodri continues to be linked with Real Madrid, Elliot Anderson has already arrived, and Lille youngster Ayyoub Bouaddi is also on the club's radar. The Italian newspaper goes as far as suggesting another midfield arrival could have direct consequences for Reijnders' future.