Ilkay Gundogan (32 years old) became the first signing of FC Barcelona for the 2023-24 season after not renewing his contract with City of Manchester. Despite his decision not to continue in England, from city they want to say goodbye Gundogan and they conveyed their sincere thanks to him for his assistance in the recent successes of the English club.
“Ilkay Gündogan left us with seven years at Manchester City full of epic moments, both as a footballer and as a person. Gündogan showed a lot of class on and off the pitch after arriving as Pep Guardiola’s first signing in June 2016. He left his mark of quality on the pitch, as well as dignity and determination in his involvement in charity projects. He scored important goals (the doubles against Aston Villa and Manchester United in the last two season was the most outstanding) and stood out as captain in his final campaign, lifting the Premier League, the FA Cup and the Champions League. In total, in seven successful seasons he won 14 titles. Thank you , Ilkay!”, they wrote from City of Manchesterexamining the trajectory of Gundogan.
Who also wants to thank the legacy of Gundogan in england is Txiki Begiristainsports director of City of Manchesterwho did not hesitate to praise the German international and left the door open for a return to the club.
“Ilkay has been an amazing player for Manchester City. He has taken our club to such a high point that he has captained us to a historic treble. He has played a big role in the successes we have enjoyed in recent seasons. Intelligence , Ilkay’s leadership and commitment to the Club, both on and off the pitch, has been an inspiration to all. Ilkay has got his place in Manchester City history and we all wish him the best in the next chapter of his career. He left us knowing that he will always be welcome in this club”, he declared Txiki Begiristain about Gundogan.
After seven seasons in City of Manchester, Gundogan he won the love of the ‘citizen’ fans and was the captain in charge of lifting the first Champions League in the club’s history, something that cannot be erased.
Source: La Verdad
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