As the summer transfer window heats up, two Premier League giants, Manchester City and Chelsea, are making decisive moves, while a moment from Germany’s Florian Wirtz is stirring speculation across Merseyside.
Man City Close to €70M Deal for AC Milan Midfielder Reijnders
Manchester City are on the verge of signing Dutch international Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan in a deal that could be worth up to €70 million. Multiple sources report that the 26-year-old has agreed to a five-year contract with the Premier League champions, earning a base salary of €7 million annually, plus performance bonuses.
Reijnders joined Milan from AZ Alkmaar in the summer of 2023 and quickly established himself as an irreplaceable figure in the Rossoneri midfield. Across all competitions this season, he played 54 matches, scoring 15 goals and providing four assists, numbers that reflect his versatility and attacking edge.
Following a trophyless campaign, City are targeting midfield reinforcement, and Reijnders’ dynamic presence appears to fit Pep Guardiola’s vision perfectly.
Chelsea Activate Delap’s Release Clause, Set for Club World Cup Debut
Meanwhile, Chelsea have completed the signing of 22-year-old forward Liam Delap from relegated Ipswich Town by triggering his £30 million release clause. The young striker has signed a long-term contract with the Blues, running until June 2031.
A product of Manchester City’s academy, Delap had a breakout season with Ipswich, scoring 12 goals and adding two assists in 40 appearances. Now, he’s expected to be part of Chelsea’s squad for the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup, a global stage that could mark a significant leap in his career.
In his first interview as a Chelsea player, Delap said: “I’ve given everything to football since I was a kid. Now, I’m ready to give my all for Chelsea and win as many trophies as possible.”
Chelsea Send Sancho Back to United
As for Chelsea’s outgoing business, the club has decided not to make Jadon Sancho’s loan permanent. Instead, they will pay Manchester United a £5 million break clause, sending the winger back to Old Trafford as he continues to look for a new home.
On the international stage, Florian Wirtz has accidentally set tongues wagging after Germany’s 2-1 loss to Portugal in the UEFA Nations League semifinal. As he was walking through the mixed zone, a reporter asked if he was “excited about Liverpool”, to which Wirtz simply nodded.
The moment, captured and posted by the Daily Mail, quickly went viral, with fans and pundits speculating whether the nod was an intentional signal of interest or just a polite reaction in a noisy hallway. Some have even questioned whether Wirtz fully heard the question at all.
Despite the buzz, Wirtz remains under contract at Bayer Leverkusen, where he recently played a starring role in their Bundesliga-winning season. However, if Liverpool were to make a move, his availability would become one of the hottest talking points of the summer.
