Tijjani Reijnders says he left Manchester City to join Saudi Arabian club Al-Qadsiah, describing the decision as financially driven. The midfielder left City in the summer after one season, and later speaks about why he chose to move.
In his explanation, Reijnders points to the money available in Saudi Arabia and frames it as part of a broader career and lifestyle choice. He also references factors such as the chance to compete for trophies and what he describes as the Saudi club’s ambitions. Across the reporting, the move is presented as a significant transfer involving a reported £52m fee, with Reijnders acknowledging that the financial element was a key motivation.
