Ilkay Gündogan leaves Manchester City for Galatasaray

Published:

By: Manu Tournoux

Ilkay Gündogan leaves Manchester City for Galatasaray

There was not really any suspense but there was still the formalization of his departure. A year after his return, Ilkay Gündogan (34) left Manchester City again to join Galatasaray. The midfielder is already in Istanbul to pass his medical examination and sign his contract.

“”Ilkay Gundogan joined Galatasaray as part of a permanent contract, subject to international authorization», Ensures the Cityzens press release. Gündogan broke his commitment with the Skyblues, initially scheduled in 2026. He had to engage in favor of the Stambouliote club until 2027.

Manu Tournoux

Written by:

Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.