Tijjani Reijnders’s Manchester City exit is a sad parable of modern football

Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders is set to leave Manchester City after just one season of a five-year contract, joining Saudi Pro League club Al Qadsiah. His swift departure highlights the volatility of modern football transfers, with the player moving on before establishing himself at the club. The move to Saudi Arabia represents a significant shift in his career trajectory shortly after signing what was expected to be a long-term deal.