Reijnders stands by Saudi Arabia choice for the money

Tijjani Reijnders, a former midfielder for Milan and Manchester City, spoke bluntly about his transfer to Al Qadsiah. In comments reported by Corriere dello Sport, he admitted he came to Saudi Arabia for the money. La Gazzetta dello Sport and TuttoMercatoWeb also reported his remarks.

An informed choice

The player explained his decision frankly. According to Corriere dello Sport, he said he came “for the money”. TuttoMercatoWeb reports that he justified his decision by saying he wanted no longer to work after his playing career. La Gazzetta dello Sport cited similar remarks, in which he spoke of his wish to stop working and secure a future for his nephews.

An openly financial motivation

Reijnders did not hide the fact that the financial aspect was decisive. According to Corriere dello Sport, he spoke frankly about his transfer. He also mentioned, according to TuttoMercatoWeb, having secured his family’s well-being. These comments come as he now plays for Al Qadsiah, after spells at Milan and Manchester City.

Remarks reported by several outlets

The three Italian outlets repeated his words using similar wording. Corriere dello Sport, La Gazzetta dello Sport and TuttoMercatoWeb agree on the substance: the player fully stands by his choice, motivated by money and the prospect of no longer working after his playing career. No divergence appears between the versions reported.