Premier League
Ilkay Gündogan will continue to wear the Manchester City shirt for at least one more season. The German midfielder has had the clause activated that allows him to automatically extend his contract with the English club until June 2026. This was confirmed by Pep Guardiola himself, who stated in a press conference that the player has one more year guaranteed with the 'skyblues'.
After a remarkable spell at FC Barcelona, where he shone with impressive numbers, Gündogan decided to return to the Etihad with the aim of staying at the top of European football. Although his prominence has not declined (he has played 43 games this season), his offensive stats have suffered a significant drop: just 2 goals and 4 assists, far from the 5 goals and 14 assists he provided in his last season as a Barcelona player.
Physical decline, but good performance
At 34 years old, the German international no longer has the explosiveness of the past, and the pace of the Premier League is demanding more than expected. However, his tactical intelligence, vision of the game, and experience remain valuable assets for Guardiola, who does not doubt his importance in the dressing room and on the field.
With this automatic renewal, Gündogan ensures that he will continue to perform at the highest level at least until 2026. His story with the English club has not yet reached its final chapter, and although he may no longer be the engine of the team, his contribution remains more than relevant to City's plans.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Manchester City ya ha decidido el futuro de Gundogan
