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Juventus pursues Tijjani Reijnders from Manchester City amid Kessié delay

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 2:55 PM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Juventus pursues Tijjani Reijnders from Manchester City amid Kessié delay

Summary

Juventus has initiated talks with Manchester City regarding a potential transfer for Tijjani Reijnders. This move comes as the club looks for alternatives to Franck Kessié, whose free-agent status has not progressed. Initial contact with Reijnders’ representatives aims to assess his interest, while discussions with City are focused on the possibility of a loan. The recent developments follow a period of uncertainty about Kessié's future, as he desires a swift resolution. Juventus’s current midfield depth necessitates departures before any new signings can be finalized.

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Key Details

•Juventus opens talks with Manchester City for Tijjani Reijnders.
•Franck Kessié's potential transfer has stalled, prompting alternatives.
•Reijnders has struggled for playing time since joining City.
•Juventus needs to offload players before new signings can occur.
•The club monitors other options like Leon Goretzka and Davide Frattesi.

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2:55 PMYahoo Sports — Juventus make contact with Man City over Reijnders as Kessié stalls

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Juventus have opened talks with Manchester City over a possible move for Tijjani Reijnders, as the Bianconeri weigh alternatives to stalled free-agent target Franck Kessié.According to Tuttomercatowe...
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