Tijjani Reijnders has been nothing short of extraordinary this season for AC Milan. After a standout performance last night, he has further solidified his reputation as the top-scoring midfielder in Europe's elite leagues. This achievement is particularly impressive given the competitive nature of football in leagues such as the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, and Ligue 1.

The 24-year-old Dutch midfielder joined the Rossoneri for the 2023-24 season, initially facing challenges in adapting to his new surroundings. In the early days, he struggled in front of goal, often squandering prime opportunities that could have elevated his teammates and the teams overall performance. However, this season marks a remarkable turnaround. Reijnders has now netted an impressive total of 14 goals across all competitions, comprising 10 goals in Serie A, 3 in the prestigious UEFA Champions League, and 1 in the Coppa Italia.

Sky Italia has highlighted this remarkable achievement, noting that Reijnders is the leading goal scorer among midfielders in Europes top-five leagues, excluding wingers and attacking midfielders. This statistic is even more astonishing considering that he does not take penalty kicks for AC Milan, although it is worth noting that he often plays in positions typically associated with attacking midfielders.

The impact of Reijnders on the field is undeniable, and it is no wonder that several prominent clubs, including Manchester City, are reportedly showing interest in acquiring his services. Despite this speculation, Reijnders made a clear commitment to AC Milan by renewing his contract at the beginning of March, signaling that he has no intention of departing the club in the near future. The Rossoneri, in turn, are equally reluctant to part ways with such a valuable asset.

As the season progresses, AC Milan continues to pursue glory in the Coppa Italia. The team is set to face their fierce rivals, Inter Milan, in the return leg of the semi-finals, scheduled for April 23rd, following an intense first leg that ended in a 1-1 draw. Fans of the club are eagerly anticipating this match, hoping to see Reijnders continue his impressive form and help propel Milan towards victory.