Manchester City’s reported interest in AC Milan’s Tijjani Reijnders could be a key development in their midfield strategy for January.

According to Tutto Mercato Web, the Premier League champions have begun preliminary inquiries to test Milan’s willingness to negotiate for the 26-year-old Dutchman.

With Rodri out due to a knee injury, Pep Guardiola is eyeing midfield reinforcements to keep the squad’s balance intact in the title race.

Reijnders, who joined AC Milan from AZ Alkmaar for €20 million in 2023, has quickly emerged as one of Serie A’s standout midfielders. His performances have been largely consistent, and this season he has upped his contributions, recording four goals and three assists in just 14 games.

His growth and impact on Milan’s midfield have not gone unnoticed, catching the eye of top clubs across Europe.

For City, signing Reijnders could be tricky, with Milan eager to retain him and likely to seek a lucrative extension. However, a move to the Premier League could be an attractive next step for Reijnders if he chooses to pursue it, given City’s ambition and Guardiola’s midfield-centric style.