Tijjani Reijnders has revealed he's 'ecstatic' after joining Manchester City from AC Milan.
The club confirmed his arrival on Wednesday morning, saying: "Manchester City are delighted to announce the signing of Tijjani Reijnders on a five-year deal.
"The 26-year-old Netherlands international joins from AC Milan, where he has spent the last two seasons."
Reijnders is set to play a key role for City, with Pep Guardiola eager for his side to bounce back after they failed to win any silverware last term.
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And the Netherlands international has expressed his delight after sealing his transfer to the Etihad Stadium.
Speaking to club media, he said: “I am ecstatic to be signing for Manchester City.
“City are one of the biggest teams in the world, with the best coach, world-class players and outstanding facilities.
"Under Pep Guardiola, City have won so many titles, and I want to help keep that going with a lot more success in the coming years.
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“It is also a dream come true to play in the Premier League.
"This league has seen many of the best Dutch players perform through the years and it’s an inspiration to follow in their footsteps.
“I am really looking forward to getting going, meeting the other players and showing the Manchester City fans what I can do.”
City chief Hugo Viana was behind the deal to bring the 26-year-old to the Premier League.
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Explaining the transfer, he said: “We are very happy that Tijjani has joined us, and we’re excited for him to join Pep’s squad.
“He arrives here with extensive top-level experience in Europe both at club level as well as on the international stage with the Netherlands.
“Tijjani adds extra energy, composure and creativity to our midfield and working with Pep and our coaches will only see him go from strength to strength.”
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City have got the deal done in time for the Club World Cup.
And Reijnders has become their latest summer signing following deals for Rayan Ait-Nouri, Rayan Cherki and Marcus Bettinelli.
City begin their Club World Cup campaign against Wydad AC on June 18 (5pm).
They'll then lock horns with Al Ain and Juventus in the group stages as they bid to win the revamped tournament.
Tijjani Reijnders can't wait to play under Pep Guardiola at Manchester City
ReutersIn other City news, club legend Kevin De Bruyne is on the verge of joining Napoli.
The Belgian is a free agent after leaving the Etihad and will now join the Serie A side, who won the title under Antonio Conte last term.
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