Al-Qadsiah Set to Sign Tijjani Reijnders from Manchester City
Al-Ittihad may not be signing Tijjani Reijnders, but they could still decide when Saudi fans first see him in the Roshn League.
The Dutch and Manchester City midfielder is on the brink of joining Al-Qadsiah in a deal reported at 60 million euros, with Saudi daily Asharq Al-Awsat stating that the two clubs have already reached a full agreement. Every key detail has been settled. Barring a late twist, Reijnders is effectively an Al-Qadsiah player.
He is expected to land in Saudi Arabia on Monday to complete the formalities and put pen to paper.
Debut date circled: Al-Ittihad
The timing is striking. If the final steps go through as planned, Reijnders’ first outing in Al-Qadsiah colours could come as early as next Friday, against Al-Ittihad, in the second round of the Roshn League.
That decision will sit with Irish coach Brendan Rodgers, who must weigh the temptation of throwing a marquee signing straight into a heavyweight league fixture against the need to bed him in properly. A statement debut against one of the country’s biggest clubs would send a clear message about Al-Qadsiah’s ambitions.
From Milan to Manchester to Saudi Arabia
Reijnders, 28, only joined Manchester City from Milan last summer. He adapted quickly, featuring in 50 matches across competitions, scoring 7 goals and supplying 8 assists. Those numbers underline why Al-Qadsiah have been willing to push so hard, and pay so much, to secure his signature.
They are not building for mid-table safety. They are building for the continent.
A squad built for the big stage
Al-Qadsiah are aggressively strengthening their squad this season as they gear up for their first-ever appearance in the AFC Champions League Elite. The club’s hierarchy views this summer as a pivotal moment: a chance to move from domestic hopefuls to genuine regional contenders.
Reijnders, with his blend of creativity, work rate, and experience at the highest European level, is central to that plan.
Now all eyes turn to Friday. Does Rodgers unleash his new star against Al-Ittihad and announce Al-Qadsiah’s new era in one bold stroke?
