Lugano Overview

Nottingham Forest have emerged as a surprise contender to sign Manchester City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders as the summer transfer window enters its final stages. Manager Oliver Glasner has identified the Netherlands international as a priority target to bolster his engine room at the City Ground, though the Premier League side faces stiff competition from some of Europe’s biggest heavyweights.

Enzo Maresca has inherited a flawless machine following Pep Guardiola's historic decade of dominance, but the Italian manager is still searching for a crucial missing piece. While Manchester City do not require a massive overhaul this summer, the loss of key veterans has forced the club to actively seek experienced transfers to balance a squad chasing further glory.