Manchester City News
By Srinivas Sadhanand
Published on 2024-08-20 15:45:00
Ilkay Gundogan is reportedly close to a return to Manchester City this summer, with City feeling confident they will sign him by Saturday. Representatives from Gundogan have been in Manchester to discuss his exit from Barcelona and a potential return to City, a move that both Gundogan and Pep Guardiola seem keen on. If the deal goes through, Gundogan could be Guardiola’s first and final signing in East Manchester, pending any other transfers or contract extensions.
Gundogan’s recent retirement from the German national team has raised questions about his priorities, especially with offers from clubs in Saudi Arabia and Qatar. If Gundogan chooses to join City instead of these options, it would reflect his desire to continue competing at the highest level and winning trophies. The final step for Gundogan’s return to City involves him agreeing to the move, as Barcelona have already decided to let him go and Guardiola has given his approval to the deal.
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