Last year, when AC Milan sold Sandro Tonali to Newcastle for €60 million and decided to replace him with Tijjani Reijnders, a three-times cheaper Dutch midfielder from his homeland’s AZ Alkmaar, many were bewildered. However, it turned out to be one of their greatest moves.When father advises son not to sign for BarcaWhile Tonali missed the entire season due to suspension, Reijnders hinted at his potential during his first season at San Siro, only to completely “explode” since the beginning of the current campaign. Even though the Rossoneri are struggling, it’s the least the Dutchman’s fault. In the last 30 days, Reijnders scored four goals, more than any midfielder in TOP 5 European leagues. Moreover, he’s put his name on the scoresheet six times this season, surpassing his last season’s tally of four.”I haven’t signed yet, it still has to happen, but it sounds good. It’s a nice reward that #Milan want to give me. Extending a contract after one year doesn’t happen often. It’s a great club to play at. It’s nice to see the appreciation.”🗣️ Tijjani #Reijnders – Ziggo Sport pic.twitter.com/JS697ASB95— DCM (@DIRETTADCM) December 2, 2024 Hence, they do not waste time at San Siro, working on tying the 26-year-old and extending his deal, although the current one expires only in 2028. Reijnders at the moment earns €1.7 million per season, but AC Milan are willing to double it, offering him €3.5 million. Still, not everything will go that smoothly, given that the midfielder caught the eye of many rich clubs like Man City, Chelsea, and Tottenham, which wouldn’t mind splashing out his estimated value of €50 million.COPPA ITALIA Round of 16Tuesday20:30: (1.70) Bologna (3.50) Monza (5.50)23:00: (1.40) Milan (5.20) Sassuolo (8.20)Wednesday23:00: (1.45) Fiorentina (4.40) Empoli (7.50)Thursday23:00: (2.50) Lazio (3.35) Napoli (3.05)***odds are subject to change***
