Ilkay Gundogan Rejoins Manchester City After One Season with Barcelona

Ilkay Gundogan has made a high-profile return to Manchester City after spending just one season with Barcelona. The German midfielder, who previously captained City and was instrumental in their treble-winning campaign in 2023, re-signs for the club where he made over 300 appearances and won every major trophy.

Gundogan, who helped Barcelona to a second-place finish in La Liga last season, expressed his joy at returning to City. “My seven years at Manchester City were a time of pure contentment for me,” he stated. “It was an exceptional period in my life, and to have the opportunity to return here means so much.”

The midfielder could make his second debut for City as early as August 23rd, when they face Ipswich, as they look to secure a potential fifth consecutive Premier League title.