TIJJANI REIJNDERS’ odds for PFA Player of the Year have been slashed after a stunning Manchester City debut at the weekend. The Dutch midfielder joined in the summer with a view to be Kevin

Ilkay Gundogan was the first signing of Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City tenure. He is one of the players who understands his vision of football on a granular level, so much so that there have been talks over him joining the staff as a coach when he retires.

The Dutch midfielder moved to Manchester City this summer from AC Milan and looked quite impressive in his debut

Tijjani Reijnders was the player of the match, impressing with a goal and an assist on his Premier League debut. His dynamic play and ability to link up with teammates showcased why he is a valuable addition to Manchester City's squad.

And that return has only been managed once before by a Manchester City player, earning Reijnders a notable record on his first start in the league. The only other player to score and assist on their Premier League debut for City was Sergio Aguero in 2011 when he scored twice against Swansea.

Indeed, as per transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, City hold Real Madrid attacker Rodrygo in high esteem, with Pep Guardiola and Co singling out the £86m-rated Brazilian as a main target, if Savinho does decide to leave City behind for Tottenham Hotspur.

Match report as Manchester City beat Serie B side Palermo 3-0 in their one and only pre-season game this summer; Erling Haaland scored the opener after being set up by the impressive Rayan Cherki; Tij

After their 4-0 demolition of Wolves, 2025-26 season is awaiting Rodri’s return which would solidify Man City, and form an axis with Reijnders, to acquire hues of a Xavi-Iniesta midfield orchestra

A man of the match performance from Tijjani Reijnders helped Manchester City to an emphatic win against Wolverhampton Wanderers on the opening day of the Premier League season. Reijnders, who joined City for an initial £46 million from AC Milan,