Ilkay Gundogan voices eagerness to don Manchester City shirt again after short Barca spell
The elated Ilkay Gundogan has expressed his eagerness to play again for the Manchester City after the German joined the Premier League defending champions from Barcelona.
Manchester City re-signed their treble-winning captain Ilkay Gundogan on a free transfer from Barcelona just 14 months after he left the Etihad for Spain.
The Germany midfielder, 33, has signed a one-year deal with the option of a second.
Reacting to his return to England, the German midfielder said, : “What can I say about my teammates here at City…they are world class footballers. I am genuinely delighted to have the chance to train and play alongside them.
“Honestly, I cannot wait to wear the City shirt again.”
“My seven years at Manchester City were a time of pure contentment for me, both on and off the pitch.
“I grew as a person and a player, developed a special relationship with the City fans and enjoyed amazing success. It was an exceptional period in my life. To have the opportunity to return here means so much.
“Everyone knows the respect I have for Pep (Guardiola) – he is the best manager in the world and working with him every day makes you a better player. You feel constantly challenged, which for any professional is exactly what you want. I cannot wait to work with him again.”
