Ilkay Gundogan, the Manchester City midfielder, is reportedly considering offers from Arsenal and Barcelona as he approaches the end of his contract with the Premier League runners-up. The 32-year-old has also rejected an offer to join the Saudi Pro League. Dortmund, who were previously interested in signing Gundogan, have withdrawn their interest after the player informed them that he was not interested in returning to the club this summer. Reports in Spain suggest that Gundogan’s agent wants Barcelona to provide a guarantee that the midfielder can be registered with La Liga for the new season, following warnings from La Liga’s president that the club would be unable to sign new players until they reduced their wage bill.
Heading 1: Gundogan’s Future Uncertain as Contract Nears End
Ilkay Gundogan’s future at Manchester City is uncertain as his contract with the club nears its end. The midfielder has yet to reach an agreement with Pep Guardiola’s side and is now considering offers from Arsenal and Barcelona.
Heading 2: Arsenal and Barcelona Compete for Gundogan’s Signature
Arsenal and Barcelona are both competing to sign Ilkay Gundogan this summer. The Premier League runners-up have submitted an offer to sign the midfielder as a free agent, while Barcelona have held extensive talks with Gundogan’s agent and submitted a rival proposal.
Heading 3: Dortmund Withdraw Interest in Gundogan
Borussia Dortmund have withdrawn their interest in signing Ilkay Gundogan this summer. The midfielder informed his former club that he was not interested in returning, leaving Arsenal and Barcelona as the main contenders for his signature.
Heading 4: Gundogan Rejects Offer from Saudi Pro League
Ilkay Gundogan has rejected an offer to join the Saudi Pro League. The midfielder is considering offers from Arsenal and Barcelona, as well as the prospect of extending his stay at Manchester City.
Heading 5: Barcelona Must Provide Guarantee for Gundogan’s Registration
Reports in Spain suggest that Ilkay Gundogan’s agent wants Barcelona to provide a guarantee that the midfielder can be registered with La Liga for the new season. This follows warnings from La Liga’s president that the club would be unable to sign new players until they reduced their wage bill.
Heading 6: Conclusion
Ilkay Gundogan’s future remains uncertain as his contract with Manchester City nears its end. Arsenal and Barcelona are both competing to sign the midfielder, while Dortmund have withdrawn their interest. Gundogan has rejected an offer from the Saudi Pro League and is now considering his options, including the prospect of extending his stay at Manchester City. Reports suggest that Barcelona must provide a guarantee for Gundogan’s registration with La Liga for the new season.