Timo Letschert Reveals Early Praise for Tijjani Reijnders

Former AZ defender Timo Letschert said he recognised the talent of his former teammate Tijjani Reijnders early in their time together and did not anticipate the midfielder’s move to Manchester City. The comments were made during a Studio Oranje interview.

Letschert amassed 135 Eredivisie appearances during his career, including a spell at AZ where he shared the dressing room with Reijnders. His experience in the Dutch top flight gave him a clear perspective on emerging players.

According to Letschert, Reijnders was already displaying "special things" on the pitch while they were teammates at AZ. He highlighted the midfielder’s technical ability and vision as indicators of a higher ceiling.

The former defender admitted he never imagined Reijnders would end up at an English club such as Manchester City. The surprise stems from the rapid nature of the transfer and the level of competition involved.

Nevertheless, Letschert believed a breakthrough was inevitable for the midfielder. He argued that Reijnders’ performances hinted at a future beyond the Dutch league.

Reijnders’ progression continues to attract attention, and Letschert’s remarks underscore the expectation surrounding his development at Manchester City. The former AZ player’s insight adds another layer to the midfielder’s growing reputation.