İlkay Gündoğan Transfer from Manchester City to Galatasaray
Galatasaray is interested in signing İlkay Gündoğan from Manchester City and does not want to delay the transfer to the summer. Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk is set to personally speak with İlkay, and Italian manager Gardi will travel to England for discussions with Manchester City. Galatasaray is prepared to pay a transfer fee if necessary.
Galatasaray is keen to capitalize on Ilkay Gündogan's current circumstances, as he has experienced decreased playing time at Manchester City this season. According to reports from Turkey, the Istanbul club, leaders of the Süperlig, is making significant efforts to persuade the German midfielder of Turkish descent to join their sports project during this transfer window. It is said that Galatasaray's coach, Okan Buruk, reached out to Gündogan directly to present an offer that promises him a prominent role in the team, along with the opportunity to play in a setting where he has always felt a connection. Gündogan has reportedly never concealed his fondness for the Turkish club, which could play a crucial role in the negotiation.
Galatasaray's manager Okan Buruk reportedly had a personal conversation with İlkay Gündoğan, encouraging him to take on the role of the team's leader on the field. The club has proposed a 2-year contract with an annual salary of 5 million Euro. İlkay is currently contemplating the offer and has asked for some time to make a decision. Meanwhile, Manchester City needs to be persuaded as they are interested in including İlkay in their coaching staff. İlkay is open to the idea of transferring, having referred to Galatasaray as his 'childhood love'. His current contract with Manchester City is set to expire at the end of the season, and should he decide to join Galatasaray, Manchester City is not anticipated to create obstacles.
Galatasaray has made an offer to Ilkay Gundogan for a two-year contract, offering 150,000 pounds per week. Gundogan is currently not having the desired season at Manchester City and is contemplating either joining Galatasaray or retiring from football to become a coach under Pep Guardiola's technical staff.
Galatasaray has made a formal offer to İlkay Gündoğan for a two-year contract. The offer details were revealed by The Sun, a high-circulation newspaper in England. It was noted that if Gündoğan stays at Manchester City, he would not have the opportunity to play. Additionally, Galatasaray is prepared to cover his weekly salary of 150,000 GBP.
Ilkay Gündogan, currently at Manchester City, is reportedly in talks with Galatasaray. Despite being a long-time fan of the club, Gündogan is considering a move to Turkey. Galatasaray is willing to match his current salary at Manchester City and has offered him a two-year contract. The transfer talks are already underway, and Galatasaray aims to sign him in the summer on a free transfer.
Galatasaray are offering Ilkay Gundogan a chance to extend his career for another two years. The Turkish giants are ready to match Gundogan’s £150,000-a-week wages for the next two seasons and have opened talks with his camp. Gundogan is aware he has no chance of getting that at City and it will take a huge turnaround in form to trigger even a one-year extension. It is a tricky choice for Gundogan, having grown up as a Galatasaray fan.
İlkay Gündoğan, after transferring to Barcelona and spending one season there, has returned to Manchester City. His future at the club is uncertain as his contract ends at the end of the season. Galatasaray is interested in signing him for the next season. ESPN reported that Galatasaray has already been in contact with his agents before his return to Manchester City. While a move in the current transfer window is unlikely, it could happen in the summer transfer window.
Galatasaray are keeping close tabs on Ilkay Gundogan's situation at Manchester City. He signed a 12-month deal with the option of a further year but the move has not worked out as expected. Due to Rodri's injury, Gundogan has been needed more than expected, but has struggled. A move to Turkey is more likely in the summer.
Galatasaray has reached a preliminary agreement with İlkay Gündoğan. The player wants to leave Manchester City during the winter transfer window, and if he departs on a free transfer, he will join Galatasaray.
Galatasaray is interested in signing İlkay Gündoğan. The experienced midfielder, who returned to Manchester City this season, wishes to leave the English club during the winter transfer window, despite having signed a one-year contract at the start of the season. Galatasaray has reportedly reached a preliminary agreement with İlkay Gündoğan. If he leaves Manchester City on a free transfer, he will join Galatasaray during the winter transfer window.
According to Tugay Kerimoğlu, Galatasaray is close to completing the transfer of İlkay Gündoğan. The transfer is 85-90% likely to happen, either in the mid-season or at the end of the league.
İlkay Gündoğan is linked with Galatasaray. His contract with Manchester City is expiring this summer, and he is considering his future. Gündoğan's name has been mentioned alongside Galatasaray, and with his current contract ending, he is free to negotiate with other clubs. Meanwhile, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is seeking solutions for a team that has been struggling this season, adding another layer of complexity to Gündoğan's decision about his next move.
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