Real Madrid are planning a summer move for Manchester City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders, according to a report from Italian outlet TuttoJuve. The Spanish giants are seeking a midfield overhaul after another season likely to end without a major trophy, with Reijnders identified as a potential technical leader for their project. The report suggests Madrid's interest in the player dates back to his time at AC Milan, though it was City who secured his signature in the summer of 2025.
The potential pursuit of Reijnders comes as Real Madrid face a significant decision regarding their current midfielder, Eduardo Camavinga. Defensa Central, a Madrid-focused outlet, reports the club is in a 'dilemma' over the French international's future. Camavinga has endured another season hampered by underwhelming form and injuries, leading to consistent speculation that Madrid are open to a sale. TEAMtalk's transfer insider Graeme Bailey has reported that Camavinga is one of Liverpool's primary midfield targets, and a fee in excess of €50 million has been suggested.
TuttoJuve's report states that Real Madrid's priority is to bring in a midfielder capable of acting as an 'orchestra conductor,' providing balance, vision, and personality to a squad seeking revitalisation. The 27-year-old Reijnders, a Netherlands international, is portrayed as fitting that profile. His potential arrival would signal a clear intent to raise the technical quality in the center of the park, a department that has been identified as needing reinforcement.
The situation is further complicated by the stance of another Madrid player currently out on loan. Striker Endrick, who joined Lyon on a temporary deal in January after struggling for minutes under former manager Xabi Alonso, has publicly expressed his desire to stay in France. While Madrid plan to recall him for next season, the Brazilian told AS, "I would really like to stay. They're doing everything possible to make me feel good." This creates an additional layer of planning for a club already contemplating major changes.
For Manchester City, the interest in Reijnders represents a test of their resolve over a player they signed just last summer. His potential departure would be a swift turnaround, indicating either a failure to settle or a strategic shift from the Premier League champions. For Real Madrid, the possible double movement of recruiting Reijnders while offloading Camavinga would mark a decisive and expensive reshuffle of their midfield options, aiming to close the gap on domestic rivals Barcelona and re-establish themselves as a dominant force in European competition.
