Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Top News
Top News

FC Barcelona Announces Transfer Of Ilkay Gundogan To Manchester City

Barcelona's Ilkay Gundogan reacts after missing a chance to score during a Spanish La Liga soccer match between Barcelona and Mallorca at the Olimpic Lluis Companys stadium in Barcelona, Spain,

FC Barcelona announced a first team player transfer approaching midday on Friday in Catalonia. FC Barcelona and Manchester City have reached an agreement for the transfer of first team player Ilkay Gundogan. The Club expressed its gratitude to Gundogan for his commitment and dedication, wishing him success in his future endeavors.

Gundogan bid farewell to Barcelona on social media, thanking the fans for their support during his time at the club. He acknowledged the challenges faced and expressed his gratitude for the experience.

Barcelona's decision to allow Gundogan to leave on a free transfer has raised eyebrows, considering he had two years left on his contract. The move is seen as a financial decision to free up funds for new signings, with Dani Olmo set to join the team.

Head coach Hansi Flick confirmed Olmo's readiness for action in an upcoming La Liga match. The team is looking to strengthen its squad for the 2024/2025 season.

Overall, the transfer of Ilkay Gundogan from Barcelona to Manchester City has sparked discussions among fans and analysts. The impact of this move on both clubs and the player's career remains to be seen.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.