Gündoğan agreed with Galatasaray — ready for a new challenge!

Among the stars in the spotlight of European football is also İlkay Gündoğan. The 34-year-old former captain of the German national team and Manchester City is preparing for a new stage in his career — he has agreed on personal contract terms with Turkey’s leading club Galatasaray.

According to Fanatik, an agreement has been reached between Gündoğan and Galatasaray for a two-year contract. The agreement also includes the possibility of extending for one more season. Currently, the Turkish club and Manchester City are conducting official negotiations.

The experienced midfielder was one of the main figures in City’s squad from 2016 to 2023. Then he moved to Barcelona and spent one season in Spain. But in the 2023/2024 season, he returned to the Manchester team and appeared in 50 matches. In these games, he scored 3 goals and made 7 assists.

Gündoğan’s current contract is valid until the summer of 2026. However, the footballer has stated that he is ready for new challenges. His transfer value is currently estimated at around 5 million euros.

It is known that Galatasaray takes to the field every season with big goals. This club, combining talented youngsters and experienced stars, has maintained its dominance in Turkish football in recent years.

Gündoğan’s arrival in the Turkish Super League will be not only a new page in his football life, but could also become a historic event for all Turkish fans. If the negotiations are successful, it will be one of the most high-profile transfers in Galatasaray’s history.

Thus, İlkay Gündoğan appears to be preparing for new trials in his career. The Turkish club, for its part, aims to strengthen its ambitions with a player who has great experience and professionalism. Read 'Zamin' on Telegram!