Despite rejecting City’s opening proposal, Milan are aware of growing interest and remain in contact with the Premier League side. Sources have indicated that City are readying a second bid in the region of €70 million (£59m), though even this revised offer is expected to fall short of Milan’s valuation.

Manchester City have contacted AC Milan to express an interest in signing Tijjani Reijnders. Talks over a deal for the 26-year-old midfielder are at an early stage and a formal offer is yet to be sent, with City mindful of Milan’s focus on Wednesday’s Coppa Italia final against Bologna.

Manchester City have a growing interest in AC Milan’s Tijjani Reijnders, who this week has admitted to one of Pep Guardiola’s star players being an inspiration in his game.The Netherlands