Guardiola Praises Reijnders After Palermo Performance

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has praised Tijjani Reijnders following the midfielder’s two goals in the club’s 3-0 win over Palermo.

Reijnders, who joined from AC Milan in June, has made a promising start to his City career after being named Serie A’s Best Midfielder in 2024/25. Guardiola described him as “special” when arriving into attacking areas, while noting his versatility to also play as a holding midfielder.

Guardiola also highlighted the positive contributions of Rayan Cherki, Rayan Ait-Nouri and Abdukodir Khusanov as the squad prepare for their Premier League opener against Wolves.

FAQ

• Q: What award did Reijnders win last season?
  A: Serie A’s Best Midfielder 2024/25.
• Q: Who else did Guardiola praise?
  A: Cherki, Ait-Nouri, Khusanov.
• Q: When is City’s next match?
  A: Away to Wolves in the Premier League opener.

Conclusion

Reijnders’ form will be closely watched as City begin their title challenge, with Guardiola already expressing confidence in his new signings.