For several days, the rumor has swelled: Ilkay Gundogan would be about to join Galatasaray. The Turkish press evokes an imminent agreement, a royal salary of 6 million euros per year, and even a presentation with great fanfare already in the pipes. Problem: according to the player's relatives, all this would be pure fantasy. The player and uncle of the player, Ilhan Gundogan, firmly denied any progress in this file, denouncing a baseless media operation.
Total misunderstanding at Gundogan
The agent does not chew his words. “There is no agreement or official discussion with a Turkish club”, he told the press. “I don't understand why these kinds of rumors are coming out now. »» For Gundogan, this leak falls in the worst time, while he is about to resume training with Manchester City. The 34 -year -old German international played 54 games last season, proof that there remains an important element in the Guardiola workforce.
In the player's entourage, a mounted blow is suspected aimed at weakening his position. The timing of this rumor, coupled with City's ambitions to renew its workforce, feeds doubts. Gundogan, returned last summer after a year in Barcelona, has a contract until 2026. The idea of selling it to release funds is not excluded internally, but it seems premature in view of its status.
A break point with Manchester City?
Behind the firm tone of the Gundogan clan, it is a form of annoyance towards Manchester City that is reflected. By refusing to cut short the rumors, the club maintains the blur. However, after so many years of loyalty, the player expected more consideration. The relationship, hitherto solid, seems to be dangerously tender.
Gundogan could well be one of the unexpected summer soap operas. At 34, there is no shortage of pretenders, but for the moment refuses to leave England on a misunderstanding. It remains to be seen whether Manchester City really wishes to keep it, or if this hidden rupture announces a pressure start.
