Here we go! Reijnders says 'yes' to Saudi Arabia for €61 million

Tijjani Reijnders has agreed to join Al Qadsiah, with all parties reaching a verbal agreement on the transfer.

Details: Fabrizio Romano confirmed the deal with his trademark 'here we go': Manchester City will receive €61 million for the Dutchman. The clubs are already exchanging documents ahead of the official signing, and the player skipped training while awaiting his flight to Saudi Arabia. Al Qadsiah, managed by Brendan Rodgers, have beaten out competition from Nottingham Forest and Everton.

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A year ago, City paid AC Milan €55 million plus bonuses for Reijnders, so the Citizens are set to make a profit on this sale. For Maresca, this marks another step in a sweeping squad overhaul: after Rodri's move to Barcelona and the Dutchman's departure, the club is freeing up funds for a record-breaking £120 million move for Enzo Fernández from Chelsea.

In his sole season in England, the 28-year-old midfielder logged 2,810 minutes, scored 7 goals, and provided 8 assists, but gradually lost his starting spot. His contract with City was valid until 2030, and Transfermarkt values the Netherlands international at €50 million, meaning the Saudis are paying a hefty premium.

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