Jérémy Doku Signs New Five-Year Contract with Manchester City

Jérémy Doku has committed his future to Manchester City, signing a new five-year contract that could keep him at the Etihad until 2032.

City confirmed the winger has agreed a deal running to 2031 with an option for an extra year, making him the latest key piece of Pep Guardiola’s squad to be locked in long term. He follows Phil Foden, Josko Gvardiol and Abdukodir Khusanov in signing fresh terms during a busy summer of renewals.

Doku, 24, became a central part of City’s attacking rotation last season, making 47 appearances in all competitions and scoring eight goals. His new deal underlines how firmly he has been folded into the club’s plans as the champions attempt to refresh while still dominating.

Reijnders talks with Saudi side

While Doku settles in for the long haul, City are braced for movement in midfield.

Sources have told ESPN that the club are in negotiations with Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah over a deal for Tijjani Reijnders. Talks are ongoing over a package worth more than £50 million, though no agreement has been reached yet.

Reijnders only arrived at City from Milan last summer in a £46.5m move and, like Doku, featured 47 times across all competitions in his debut campaign. His departure would represent a quick turnaround on a significant investment, but City are prepared to act if the offer and timing are right.

The club’s stance is clear: any midfielder who leaves before the deadline will be replaced. Recruitment plans are already being shaped with that in mind.

Rodri tension as Barcelona circle

That contingency planning is not just about Reijnders.

According to sources, there is a growing acceptance inside City that Rodri will move to Barcelona. The Spanish club have already seen a second bid of £55m rejected, with City valuing the midfielder at more than £60m despite the fact he has only one year left on his contract.

Barcelona’s pursuit has become one of the defining transfer sagas of the window, and City are standing firm on their price. They know exactly what they would be losing: the heartbeat of their midfield and a player who has been central to their recent success.

Doku’s new deal shows City are still building for the future. The real question now is what that future looks like if the spine of their midfield starts to walk out of the door.